Analyst, M&A / Transaction Advisory Services

RubinBrown Career • St. Louis, MO

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown has revenue of approximately $240 million with 1,000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Nashville, and St. Louis. We are seeking an Analyst to support projects within RubinBrown’s M&A / Transaction Advisory Services practice, part of our growing Consulting Services group. The team delivers buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence, along with tax and IT diligence, on domestic and international transactions with enterprise values of up to $750M, partnering with private equity firms, family offices, strategic acquirers, and business owners on 150+ transactions annually. This is a high-visibility role within a national practice that is a strategic priority for the firm. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced transaction environment, brings a strong foundation in finance and accounting, and is eager to learn and grow within a collaborative, high-performing team. Candidates with a financial audit background, including experience at nationally recognized firms, who are interested in expanding into M&A and transaction services within an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented practice are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• At least 2 years of current or recent experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry
• Relevant professional credentials such as CPA, CFA, or similar
• Strong technical foundation in finance and accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel and working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Proven experience managing day-to-day client interactions and delivering high-quality client service
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership potential with interest in long-term growth, including progression to a Manager-level role
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Commitment to professional ethics and integrity

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lead analyst on M&A financial due diligence engagements, including Quality of Earnings (QofE) analyses
• Analyze financial information to assess key accounting policies, earnings quality, working capital, historical and projected performance, and transaction-related risks impacting valuation and deal structure
• Engage with executive leadership teams to discuss accounting policies, business performance, and forecasts
• Coordinate work across multiple service lines and cross-functional teams
• Communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including clients, target management and ownership, investment bankers, attorneys, and other advisors
• Prepare clear, customized diligence reports that highlight key findings and recommendations
• Support multiple engagements simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Supervise and coach less experienced team members and peers, contributing to their professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees