Transaction Advisory Services Senior Associate

Tanner; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open PTO policy

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with guaranteed company contribution

Excellent health, life, disability, and dental insurance

Job summary

Tanner in Salt Lake City is looking for a Senior Associate to join their TAS team. In this role, you will lead the preparation of Quality of Earnings reports for M&A transactions, analyzing financial data and identifying key risks.

The ideal candidate will bring 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, and possess strong communication and leadership skills. Tanner offers a competitive compensation package, flexible PTO, and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in public accounting, transaction advisory, financial due diligence, or corporate finance.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and key accounting concepts.
• Pursuing CPA or currently has CPA license.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of Quality of Earnings (QoE) reports, adjusting EBITDA and other metrics.
• Analyze financial information to assess deal-related risks.
• Conduct interviews to gather relevant data.
• Develop financial exhibits and client-ready reports.
• Present findings on deal implications.

Skills

Integrity

Financial analysis

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

As a Senior Associate on the TAS team, you will be primarily responsible for supporting and leading the preparation of Quality of Earnings reports for M&A transactions. This includes analyzing financial data, identifying key risks and adjustments, and helping clients understand normalized earnings and cash flow.

You’ll work closely with managers, directors, and partners, and will have direct interaction with clients, target companies, and investors.

Ideal Candidates

• High integrity
• Two to five years of experience in public accounting, transaction advisory, financial due diligence, or corporate finance
• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and key accounting concepts.
• Prior experience preparing or supporting Quality of Earnings reports is strongly preferred
• Ability to establish great working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and work under tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team of professionals at all levels
• Pursuing CPA or currently has CPA license

Professional Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation of Quality of Earnings (QoE) reports, including adjustments to EBITDA, revenue trends, working capital, and other key deal metrics.
• Analyze historical and projected financial information to assess underlying earnings power and deal-related risks.
• Conduct client and target interviews to gather relevant data and validate findings.
• Develop financial exhibits and write clear, concise, and client‑ready reports.
• Present findings to clients and help them evaluate potential deal implications.
• Manage multiple workstreams and deliverables on concurrent projects.
• Mentor and review work of junior team members.
• Support business development efforts including proposals, scoping discussions, and participation in pitch meetings as needed.

Benefits

• The best training through Tanner LLC, Allinial Global, and other quality providers
• Open PTO policy, paid holidays, and a company‑wide shut down between the week of Christmas and New Years Day
• Excellent health, life, disability, and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed company contribution
• Unique coaching & opportunities for advancement
• Exceptional technical resources
• Competitive compensation