Ankura · 23 hours ago
Financial Due Diligence, Director (Transaction Advisory Services)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expAnkura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. They are seeking a Financial Due Diligence Director to lead and grow their Transaction Advisory practice, managing complex engagements and guiding teams while driving practice growth through relationship building and business development.
AdviceConsultingManagement ConsultingService Industry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and manage buy‑side and sell‑side pre‑transaction due diligence engagements for public companies, private companies, private equity firms, SPACs, and investment banks across the U.S
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear insights, strategic recommendations, and proactive communication
Guide and review team workstreams, ensuring high‑quality analyses and timely delivery of all engagement outputs
Oversee development of financial models analyzing historical performance, trends, and projections
Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, and deal stakeholders
Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture
Support and lead business development initiatives, including networking, relationship building, proposal development, and participation in industry events
Contribute to internal initiatives such as research publications, process improvements, methodology enhancements, and engagement management practices
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in Transaction Advisory Services, financial due diligence, M&A consulting, or related areas; audit experience with relevant exposure is acceptable for a portion of applicant's experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution
Active CPA license preferred; equivalent credentials or extensive relevant experience will be considered
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting; healthcare experience or familiarity with industry regulatory environments is a plus
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage teams, influence decision‑making, and build trusted client relationships
Ability to network, build relationships in the market, and contribute to practice growth
Proficient in operating independently, managing multiple priorities, and thriving in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship
Company
Ankura
Ankura Consulting Group is a business advisory and expert services firm.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$810MKey Investors
Madison Dearborn Partners
2021-11-18Private Equity
2021-03-22Debt Financing· $710M
2016-03-03Private Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Kevin Lavin
Chief Executive Officer
Angela L. Cinefro
President
Recent News
2025-11-03
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