Crete Professionals Alliance · 10 hours ago
Senior Accountant, Mergers & Acquisitions
Crete Professionals Alliance is a growing firm focused on driving growth across accounting and professional service firms in the United States. They are seeking a highly energetic Senior Accountant who will be instrumental in servicing clients and helping grow the Transaction Advisory / Financial Due Diligence team.
Accounting
Responsibilities
Assist in execution of buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence on behalf of private equity clients by analyzing detailed financial statement information and preparing detailed schedules and supporting analysis
Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data used in due diligence processes, verifying the completeness of information
Participate in meetings and calls with target company management and clients
Prepare and analyze financial statements
Assist in the preparation of financial models and excel databook for due diligence reports
Data gathering, document review and preparation of quality of earnings reports
Help conduct interviews with personnel of acquisition targets
Analyze historical financial statements and evaluate operational and industry trends to identify sustainable earnings
Prepare reconciliations and reports related to historical financials, tax returns and bank statements
Research and analyze accounting documents
Interpret and apply accounting policies and procedures
Demonstrates curiosity and proactively seeks information to support continuous growth by asking thoughtful questions and actively engaging in learning to seek clarity and pursue deeper insights
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience within public accounting (tax & financial statement preparation or auditing)
Previous experience leading projects
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Ability to work in a dynamic & fast paced environment with multiple projects / deadlines
Ability to work in office 5 days a week (same as rest of the team)
Proven track record of problem solving
Energetic & continuous learning attitude
Eagerness and willingness to learn and push when necessary to meet deadlines
Average week is 45 - 50 hours
History of progression & growth
Team mentality
Good attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and team members throughout all levels of organization
Strong organizational skills
Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting
Preferred
CPA designation preferred
Local candidates (St. Paul, MN) preferred; no remote or hybrid work arrangements available at this time
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee-only coverage for health and dental)
Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
Company
Crete Professionals Alliance
Crete Professionals Alliance is a group of accounting and professional services firms providing consulting and business solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Bessemer Venture Partners,Thrive Capital
2024-04-16Pre Seed
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