Director, Transaction Advisory — Due Diligence & Deals

Stout; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 145,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Wellness options

Flexible schedules

Discretionary time off

Mentorship programs

Employee resource groups

Performance feedback

Job summary

Stout seeks a senior Director in Transaction Advisory to guide buy-side and sell-side due diligence for private equity and corporate clients. You will translate complex findings for senior stakeholders and shape deal strategy while leading cross-functional teams.

You will mentor staff, drive quality, and contribute to business development, with travel up to 50% as needed. A CPA and extensive US GAAP experience are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant audit or transaction advisory experience.
• Significant experience leading due diligence engagements.
• CPA required.
• Big Four or comparable professional services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead buy-side and sell-side financial accounting due diligence engagements from scope through final deliverables.
• Advise private equity and corporate clients on financial risks and considerations that may affect valuation, deal structure, and negotiations.
• Oversee quality of earnings, working capital, net debt, and other transaction-specific analyses.
• Translate complex financial findings into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Lead client, management, and advisor meetings throughout the due diligence process.
• Review and approve due diligence reports and advise on financial considerations within purchase agreements and other deal documents.
• Manage multiple engagements and teams while maintaining high standards for quality and client service.
• Build and expand client relationships and actively contribute to business development efforts.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while supporting recruiting and broader practice initiatives.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Due diligence leadership

Executive-level communication

Multi-engagement leadership

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting

CPA

Job description

Stout seeks a senior Director in Transaction Advisory to guide buy-side and sell-side due diligence for private equity and corporate clients. You will translate complex findings for senior stakeholders and shape deal strategy while leading cross-functional teams.

You will mentor staff, drive quality, and contribute to business development, with travel up to 50% as needed. A CPA and extensive US GAAP experience are required.