Manager of M&A Accounting and Finance

Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

About The Position

At RPS, we don’t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You’ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you’re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way. The Manager (Senior) of M&A Accounting reports directly to the Divisional Controller and oversees the Merger and Acquisitions Accounting function. The role will be responsible for performing due diligence on M&A prospects and leading mergers and acquisitions through the integration to process from an accounting and finance perspective.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 7 years related experience required.
Strong analytical skills.
Well-rounded commercial and economic awareness and understanding of the financial markets.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline required with a minimum of 7 years of accounting experience with progressive responsibility in accounting and integration of mergers and acquisitions.
CPA preferred.
Property & Casualty insurance experience preferred.
Due diligence experience preferred
Mastery of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly and efficiently analyze financials and supporting documentation for M&A prospects to business trends and assess financial strengths and weaknesses
Identify potential issues for M&A prospects related to GAAP adherence and SOX compliance and help determine remediation steps needed
Plan and execute effective strategies to guide acquired entities through integration to RPS
Keep up to date with the Arthur J. Gallagher & Co (AJG) Financial Policy Manual (FPM) to ensure acquired entities are in compliance with policies and procedures therein
Lead and consolidate the team through effective organizational design, consistent data quality, and streamlining and automation
Identify areas for cost reductions and operational improvements
Clearly and consistently communicate progress on both due diligence and integration with senior leadership team
Assume and improve accounting processes for overrides due to clients as well as contingent commissions due from markets
Attract, retain and develop talent through performance feedback, career development planning, and fostering a positive work environment and engaged culture

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program