Director, Transaction Advisory — M&A Due Diligence Leader

Stout; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Stout is seeking a Director in our Transaction Advisory practice to act as a senior advisor to private equity and corporate clients through complex, high-stakes transactions. You will lead buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements, translating findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

You will develop trusted client relationships, guide deal teams, and contribute to practice growth through leadership and business development while traveling up to 50% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant audit, financial accounting due diligence, or transaction advisory experience, including leading due diligence engagements.
• CPA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead buy-side and sell-side financial accounting due diligence engagements from scope through final deliverables.
• Advise PE and corporate clients on financial risks and considerations affecting 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

U.S. GAAP expertise

Financial due diligence leadership

Executive-level communication

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related field

CPA certification

Job description

Stout is seeking a Director in our Transaction Advisory practice to act as a senior advisor to private equity and corporate clients through complex, high-stakes transactions. You will lead buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements, translating findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

You will develop trusted client relationships, guide deal teams, and contribute to practice growth through leadership and business development while traveling up to 50% as needed.