Head of Acquisitions

Summary

Join Cynch.ai, a Series A startup revolutionizing accounting with AI, as their Head of Acquisitions. You will lead the expansion of the company by acquiring small tax and accounting firms. This role involves developing and executing acquisition strategies, identifying and engaging prospective sellers, overseeing deal execution, and managing the seamless integration of acquired firms. You will need proven financial analysis expertise, operational building skills, and strong relationship-building abilities. Cynch.ai offers a collaborative culture, flexible work environment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• Proven Financial Analysis Expertise – Strong ability to evaluate businesses based on financials, customer data, and operational synergies
• Operational Builder. Ability to define, operate and refine a scalable process for repeatable acquisitions, including measurable success metrics
• Relationship-Driven Leader – High EQ, excellent interpersonal skills, and a natural ability to build trust and rapport with prospective sellers
• Strategic Negotiator – Skilled in structuring deals, navigating negotiations, and working cross-functionally with legal, finance, and operations teams
• Seamless Integrator – Experience designing and executing post-acquisition integration processes that maximize value while retaining key clients and personnel
• Education & Background – BA/BS required

Responsibilities

• Drive Growth Through Acquisitions – Scale Cynch.ai’s reach by expanding our client base and operational capacity through building a scalable acquisition engine
• Define & Execute Acquisition Strategy – Develop and refine our acquisition strategy to identify, engage, and acquire accounting firms that align with Cynch.ai’s defined fit criteria
• Establish Key Metrics & Acquisition Fit Criteria – Set financial and operational benchmarks to assess acquisition target and success metrics
• Identify & Engage Prospective Sellers – Proactively source and build relationships with accounting firm owners, positioning Cynch.ai as an ideal acquisition partner
• Lead Deal Execution – Oversee the full acquisition lifecycle, from initial outreach to closing, including negotiations and deal structuring in collaboration with legal and finance teams
• Manage Integration – Ensure acquired firms and their personnel are seamlessly integrated into Cynch.ai’s systems, operations, and culture in an innovative, thoughtful way
• Assess Success Against Targets and Adjust - Each acquired firm should be assessed post-acquisition on the success metrics to help better refine the acquisition process

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA preferred
• Tax or accounting industry experience is a plus

Benefits

• Impact & Ownership – Lead a critical function that will directly shape Cynch.ai’s growth and success
• A Collaborative Culture – Work alongside experienced startup leaders in an environment that values transparency and innovation
• Flexible Work Environment – Remote and hybrid options to attract the best talent
• Competitive Compensation – Strong salary and equity package
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, and more