Connor Group · 2 days ago
Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions
Connor Group is a specialized professional services firm of Big 4 alumni and industry executives. The role involves leading financial and accounting due diligence engagements, strengthening client relationships, and mentoring staff while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Professional Services
Responsibilities
Lead the engagement team to perform financial and accounting due diligence procedures for buy-side or sell-side due diligence engagements
Strengthen client relationships and generate additional engagement opportunities through excellent quality, timely execution, and strategic approach to service delivery
Identifying and communicating (i) critical deal issues, (ii) the strength and weakness of the business against industry benchmarks to client management that could impact the purchase price or the deal structure
Challenging assumptions related to future financial projections
Identifying critical post-closing matters to be addressed to ensure improvements in profitability and cash flows
Interacting extensively with personnel of the target companies and the client
Reviewing and preparing due diligence reports outlining analyses and findings
Assisting with the finalization of (i) opening balance sheet/ of purchase price allocations, and (ii) closing working capital calculations
Ensure work is delivered timely and in accordance with firm standards
Supervise, coach, and mentor all levels of staff. Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback and training. Develop and communicate workplace culture and code of conduct
Utilizing Excel to create FDD data pack end-to-end – advanced formulas, index match, power query, etc
Qualification
Required
GPA of 3.5 or better
Rated top 25% of Big Four class
6-7 years of public accounting and industry experience required (minimum of 4 years in M&A/Transaction advisory services of a Big 4 or other large firms)
3 or more years of prior supervisory experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required
CPA license
Ability to manage teams and own their work product
Hardworking, detail-oriented, and able to motivate engagement teams
Professional and personable demeanor
Proven solid verbal and written communication skills
Passion for helping clients with a strong interest in technical accounting
Strong technical accounting knowledge of GAAP
Ability to act and lead as the client contact
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills
Some travel may be required (about 25%)
Preferred
Experience and familiarity with technology industries
Benefits
Health insurance packages
Wellness programs
One-on-one coaching program
Career development opportunities
Company
Connor Group
Connor Group is an elite technical accounting and IPO services firm.
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Funding
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