Senior Associate, M&A Integration & Separation

RSM US LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Chicago, IL seeks an Integration & Separation Senior Associate to lead client engagements across the M&A lifecycle, focusing on integration, separation, and synergy realization for both private equity and corporate clients.

This role involves managing strategic workshops, evaluating Transitional Service Agreements, identifying operational gaps, and driving value through synergy capture and cost optimization, while coaching associates and supporting junior team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1-6 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs analysis related to integration or separation planning, including functional readiness and transition considerations.
• Supports development of integration and separation plans, timelines, and workplans.
• Participates in client meetings and working sessions to gather information and validate assumptions.
• Prepares client-ready materials and supports synthesis of engagement findings.
• Coaches associates and supports review of junior team members' work.

Skills

M&A integration

Client engagements

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Job description

RSM US LLP in Chicago, IL seeks an Integration & Separation Senior Associate to lead client engagements across the M&A lifecycle, focusing on integration, separation, and synergy realization for both private equity and corporate clients.

This role involves managing strategic workshops, evaluating Transitional Service Agreements, identifying operational gaps, and driving value through synergy capture and cost optimization, while coaching associates and supporting junior team members.