Senior - Mergers & Acquisitions

The Connor Group • Washington, DC

1d • Remote

About The Position

Connor Group is seeking deal-oriented professionals to build on their accounting, operational, and industry experience by executing finance projects for clients. The firm provides services addressing complex business needs, including accounting advisory, financial operations, IPO, M&A, and managed services. This role focuses on financial and accounting due diligence for buy-side and sell-side engagements, communicating findings that may affect purchase price or deal structure, and supporting post-closing financial matters. The position is described as remote, with an obligation to work onsite at a client location when required. Professionals may also use a Connor Group office in their area when available and appropriate. Travel of up to 10% is expected.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of prior experience in public accounting.
• Ability to take responsibility for and account for one's own work.
• Hard-working and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work well in a team atmosphere.
• Professional and personable demeanor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for helping clients and a strong interest in technical accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent required.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a Big 4 or large firm’s transaction advisory services.
• CPA preferred or actively pursuing completion of certification.
• Experience with advanced data applications such as Power Query and/or Alteryx.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial and accounting due diligence procedures for buy-side or sell-side engagements.
• Identify and communicate critical deal issues and assess the business against industry benchmarks, including strengths and weaknesses that could affect purchase price or deal structure.
• Challenge assumptions related to future financial projections.
• Identify critical post-closing matters to address to improve profitability and cash flows.
• Interact extensively with target company personnel and the client.
• Review and prepare due diligence reports outlining analyses and findings.
• Assist with finalizing the opening balance sheet and purchase price allocations, as well as closing working capital calculations.
• Use advanced Excel functionality, including flatfiles, pivot tables, macros, and formulas such as SUMIFS, INDEX/MATCH, and INDIRECT.

Benefits

• Health insurance packages.
• Wellness programs.
• One-on-one coaching program.
• Career development opportunities.
• Resources and opportunities to help professionals achieve their professional goals while maintaining work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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