Acquisition Consultant

Vaco; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is partnering with a leading environmental services company to recruit an Acquisition Consultant. The role specializes in working capital analysis, opening balance sheets, fixed asset valuation, and acquisition integration support.

This is a remote role with travel to the acquired entity. The assignment runs from October through January/February, starting mid-October, at $50–$70/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or financial integrations.
• Strong background in accounting, finance, or controllership.
• Hands-on experience with working capital analysis, opening balance sheets, and fixed asset valuation.
• Experience working in ERP environments; Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and validate working capital balances associated with the acquisition.
• Prepare and review opening balance sheet accounts and supporting documentation.
• Perform fixed asset valuation and related accounting assessments.
• Review accounts receivable balances and identify potential issues or risks.
• Manage acquisition-related activities, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide updates to finance leadership.

Skills

Working capital analysis

Opening balance sheets

Fixed asset valuation

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Vaco has partnered with a leading environmental services company undergoing a strategic acquisition. As a result, they are seeking an experienced Acquisition Consultant with expertise in working capital analysis, opening balance sheets, fixed asset valuation, and acquisition integration support.

Job Title

Acquisition Consultant

Location

Remote with travel to acquired entity

Pay Rate

$50-$70/hour

Project Duration

October through January/February

Start Date

Mid-October

Responsibilities Include

• Analyze and validate working capital balances associated with the acquisition
• Prepare and review opening balance sheet accounts and supporting documentation
• Perform fixed asset valuation and related accounting assessments
• Review accounts receivable balances and identify potential issues or risks
• Manage acquisition-related activities, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide ongoing updates to finance leadership

Qualifications

• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or financial integrations
• Strong background in accounting, finance, or controllership functions
• Hands-on experience with working capital analysis, opening balance sheets, and fixed asset valuation
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience working within ERP environments; Oracle experience preferred

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