Deal Advisory Senior Associate

Cherry Bekaert • US VA, VA

3d • $95,600 - $140,400

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert is hiring a Senior Associate for its growing National Deal Advisory practice. The practice supports mergers and acquisitions for private equity clients and strategic corporations in the United States and internationally. Services include buy-side and sell-side due diligence, working capital assistance, merger integration and optimization, divestitures, and carve-outs. In 2025, the team advised on approximately 650 or more deals with an aggregate transaction value exceeding $25 billion.

The position may be based in multiple offices across the firm's footprint or may be remote for the right candidate. The ideal candidate has experience analyzing business performance beyond standard financial metrics, normalizing revenue and expenses, and quantifying potential risks, developed through a rotation program embedded within a dedicated diligence team. Travel is expected to be less than 15% as needed.

The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program. The stated salary range is $95,600 to $140,400, with individual compensation determined by factors including role, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business discipline; accounting is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in a professional services discipline, with a foundation in audit, financial reporting, or accounting advisory responsibilities.
• Strong GAAP, data analysis and mining, and critical-thinking skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel as needed; expected travel is less than 15%.
• Eligibility to work in the United States; the company will not provide work sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Financial due diligence experience.
• Experience at a Big Four, national, or large regional CPA firm.
• An advanced degree or relevant professional certification such as CPA or CFA.
• Experience working with private equity groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform buy-side and sell-side accounting and financial due diligence engagements.
• Develop client relationships and interact effectively with target company executives.
• Perform quality of earnings and working capital analyses.
• Identify and evaluate matters that could affect enterprise value or the purchase or sale price.
• Identify and evaluate financial and operational trends of target companies.
• Communicate due diligence findings effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Benefits

• Annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid Care Leave.
• Other programs intended to enhance personal and work life and provide financial protection.
• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package focused on wellbeing.
• Career growth and continuous professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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