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Grant Thornton

Audit, tax, and advisory professional services

Financial Due Diligence Manager

Financial & Transaction AdvisoryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$161.9k - $202.4k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 6 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level is required.
  • An industry-recognized professional certification is required.
  • Strong current knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, SEC reporting, transaction advisory services, or mergers and acquisitions is required.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a rapidly growing practice.
  • Strong leadership, business development, recruitment, training, and mentoring skills.
  • Excellent written, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel as needed; expected travel is up to 25%.

Responsibilities

  • Manage financial due diligence professionals on buy-side and sell-side transactions for corporate clients, private equity groups, and commercial lenders.
  • Manage engagements throughout the transaction lifecycle and coordinate other Grant Thornton capabilities, service lines, cross-functional teams, and international colleagues as needed.
  • Plan, execute, direct, and complete financial due diligence for financial and corporate strategic buyers across a variety of industries.
  • Examine and analyze client data to identify key trends, quality of earnings adjustments, and net working capital impacts.
  • Draft reports presenting findings on quality of earnings, net working capital, and business performance, along with key financial and business issues in a transaction.
  • Manage client expectations concerning timing, progress, deliverables, and deadlines, and lead change efforts effectively.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Work with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development calls.
  • Recruit, manage, mentor, and train senior associates and associates.
  • Assess senior associates’ and associates’ performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • An advanced degree is preferred.
  • A CPA or related license or certification is preferred.

About the Company

Grant Thornton

Audit, tax, and advisory professional services

Grant Thornton provides audit, tax, and advisory services to a broad range of clients, including public and private companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Its services are delivered on a fee-for-service basis with tailored offerings in financial reporting, tax compliance, risk management, and business consulting, supported by technology-driven solutions. The firm differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on personalized client attention, deep industry knowledge, and long-term relationships, along with a wide range of sector experience and practical, hands-on guidance. The company’s goal is to help clients navigate complex financial environments, meet regulatory requirements, manage risk, and achieve their business objectives by delivering clear insight and reliable support.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1924

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