Manager, Transaction Advisory

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 131,400 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health plan benefits

401(k) with profit-sharing

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is seeking a Transaction Advisory professional to lead buy-side and sell-side due diligence engagements for private equity firms and corporate clients in Denver. You will analyze complex financial data to develop Quality of Earnings reports and identify issues and opportunities for post-acquisition value creation.

You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives and investment bankers, and mentor junior staff to foster growth and high performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field is required.
• Minimum of five years of audit or transaction advisory experience at a large public accounting or consulting firm.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop relationships with team members and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute comprehensive buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements for private equity firms and corporate clients.
• Analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data to develop Quality of Earnings reports.
• Identify diligence issues and value creation opportunities with actionable recommendations.
• Conduct industry and market research to benchmark performance and evaluate competitive positioning.
• Collaborate with C-suite, investment bankers, private equity, legal advisors, and internal teams to drive deal success.
• Coach, mentor, and oversee junior team members to build a high-performing team.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance

Master’s Degree in Accountancy

CPA license

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At Forvis Mazars, our Transaction Advisory team is led by a talented group of experienced transaction advisors who value people and their unique motivations. We focus on training and developing our teams to help them reach their full potential, thriving in a fast-paced environment that offers variety and growth.

What You Will Do

• Lead and execute comprehensive buy‑side and sell‑side financial due diligence engagements for private equity firms and corporate clients.
• Analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data of target companies to develop insightful Quality of Earnings reports that support informed investment decisions.
• Identify key diligence issues and value creation opportunities, providing actionable recommendations for post‑acquisition integration and performance improvement.
• Conduct in‑depth industry and market research to benchmark performance, assess trends, and evaluate the competitive positioning of target companies.
• Collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, including C‑suite executives, investment bankers, private equity partners, legal advisors, and internal teams to drive deal success.
• Coach, mentor, and oversee junior team members, fostering professional development through hands‑on training, performance feedback, and knowledge sharing to build a high‑performing team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in audit or transaction advisory services from a large public accounting or consulting firm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, primarily Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop relationships with both team members and external clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience with at least three (3) years of transaction advisory financial due diligence experience from a large public accounting or consulting firm.
• Current and valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license.
• Master’s Degree in Accountancy.

Benefits

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well‑being—empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service.

Colorado Salary Range: Minimum USD 131,400 – Maximum USD 219,000. Total compensation includes salary, group health plan benefits, 401(k), profit‑sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to adjust the salary range based on business needs.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable law. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.