M&A Integrations Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton•McLean, VA

About The Position

The M&A Integrations Manager will oversee the financial integration and separation processes for acquisitions and divestitures across the organization. Partnering closely with cross-functional departments, the Manager will ensure that key milestones are achieved and that Controllership priorities are operationalized. Combining project management expertise with hands-on accounting knowledge, the Manager will drive seamless financial transitions that align with the company’s strategic objectives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented leader who possesses a balance of strategic project oversight and in-depth financial acumen. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in M&A integration, divestitures, or audit or accounting advisory
Experience working within or alongside large publicly traded organizations.
Experienced in M&A integration management, including accounting, transaction advisory, and M&A consulting environments
Experience with post-merger integration, carve-outs, finance and accounting integration, purchase accounting, financial due diligence, and synergy tracking across complex transactions
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes, including GAAP
Knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting, internal controls, ERP integrations, and financial reporting processes
Ability to lead integration management office (IMO) activities, and coordinate cross-functional workstreams including finance, HR, IT, legal, and operations
Ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects within a fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or completion of Program Management Training

Nice To Haves

Experience working for a Big Four firm in accounting transaction advisory, or M&A practice a plus
Experience with ERP systems and financial system implementations or integrations
Experience with Costpoint or Netsuite a plus
Experience in change management principles and practices
Experience with project management
Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to pay strict attention to detail
Possession of excellent organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and executive communication skills
Master’s degree
CPA License

Responsibilities

Lead M&A integration and divestiture projects, serving as the primary point of contact within the Controllership team.
Develop and manage comprehensive cross-functional project plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Track and monitor key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies for integration and separation initiatives.
Communicate progress, risks, and roadblocks to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership.
Maintain a comprehensive M&A playbook, incorporate lessons learned, and periodically update the document to reflect best practices.
Provide hands-on financial expertise to support integration tasks such as mapping financial processes, consolidating accounting systems, and performing balance sheet reviews.
Conduct compliance analysis for regulatory, accounting, and internal control requirements and document any gaps for remediation.
Assist with review and prepare financial reporting, Purchase Price Allocations (PPA), related journal entries, and other finance-specific elements of M&A transactions, divestiture agreements or post-acquisition process, as needed.
Serve as the liaison between Controllership and cross-functional leadership teams to establish clear communication and seamless collaboration during M&A initiatives.
Identify and address gaps in processes, systems, and controls to support post-close integration or pre-close divestiture preparations.