Accounting Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions

SMG Accountants, Bookkeepers and Advisors • Town of Islip, NY

3d • $110,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SMG ABA LLC is hiring an onsite Accounting Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions (Senior Level) to lead our mergers & acquisitions efforts as we expand this capability. This role exists to keep transactions moving—bringing structure, clarity, and technical accounting/tax insight from early diligence through integration. The role involves owning M&A deal execution, coordinating due diligence, applying GAAP and IRC structuring knowledge, planning and driving post-merger integration, and leading communication with partners and external advisors. Additionally, the manager will develop staff and train others in QuickBooks. The typical day involves starting onsite at 300 Corporate Plaza in Islandia, aligning priorities, and scanning deal calendars. During active transactions, the focus will be on data-room requests, calls with attorneys/bankers, and quick turnarounds for partner review, with plans resetting as new information arrives. During lighter deal flow, the role shifts to internal firm operations support, tightening processes, and keeping documentation deal-ready. Expect regular stakeholder updates, follow-ups, and clear written summaries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance
• CPA/CMA (or in progress)
• 5–7 years in corporate/public accounting with M&A exposure
• Advanced Excel/Microsoft Office
• Strong project management skills
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Own M&A deal execution: manage timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables end-to-end
• Coordinate due diligence and virtual data rooms; analyze financials, tax returns, and deal risks
• Apply GAAP and IRC structuring knowledge (asset vs. stock) including revenue recognition and QoE support
• Plan and drive post-merger integration (systems, reporting, payroll/workflows)
• Lead communication with partners and external advisors
• Develop staff and train others in QuickBooks
• Tighten processes and keep documentation deal-ready during lighter deal flow
• Provide regular stakeholder updates, careful follow-ups, and clear written summaries

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Competitive salary ($110,000–$130,000 per year)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid meals
• Snack/Drink room

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior