Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions

Connor Group, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance packages

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Connor Group, Inc. is seeking experienced professionals for financial and accounting due diligence. The role involves leading engagement teams, managing client relationships, and delivering high-quality services. Ideal candidates will possess a CPA, a degree in accounting, and significant experience in public accounting.

The position offers opportunities for professional growth while supporting a balanced work-life. Benefits include health insurance, coaching, and career development resources.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.5 or better.
• Rated top 25% of Big Four class.
• 6-7 years of public accounting and industry experience required.
• 3 or more years of prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engagement team for financial due diligence procedures.
• Strengthen client relationships and pursue additional opportunities.
• Identify and communicate critical deal issues and business strengths.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We’re looking at you—high-achievers, challenge-seekers, and innovation-chasers. Professionals who never shy away from complex problems. We hire the top 1% and let your talents soar. Connor Group is hiring remote professionals for this position, with the obligation to work onsite at a client location when required. Additionally, professionals may utilize our offices across the U.S. if one is available in your area and your personal situation warrants it.

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 (i) critical deal issues, (ii) 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.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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
• Some travel may be required (about 25%)

Connor Group is committed to celebrating the value of diversity in a globally connected business world. Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative. We provide resources and opportunities to help achieve professional goals while maintaining a healthy and happy work‑life balance, including health insurance packages, wellness programs, one‑on‑one coaching, and career development opportunities.