Connor Group is hiring a
Manager

Summary

Connor Group is hiring a remote professional for a finance position involving financial and accounting due diligence, client relationship management, and team supervision. The role requires 6-7 years of public accounting and industry experience, a CPA license, and strong technical accounting knowledge.

Requirements

• 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

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 critical deal issues, 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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
• Experience and familiarity with technology industries preferred
• Ability to act and lead as the client contact
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills

Benefits

• Health insurance packages and wellness programs
• One-on-one coaching program and career development opportunities