Ankura

Senior Associate, Financial Due Diligence – Transaction Advisory Services

Ankura

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Nashville • Illinois • Tennessee • United States

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Salary

💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Participate in buy-side and sell-side pre-transaction due diligence engagements for public companies, private companies, private equity firms, SPACs, and investment banks across the U.S.
  • Engage with owners and management teams to understand and evaluate operational drivers and financial results.
  • Build financial models to analyze historical trends and projected performance.
  • Prepare comprehensive due diligence reports including Quality of Earnings, Quality of Net Revenue, Net Working Capital, and Debt and Debt-Like analyses.
  • Collaborate with senior team members to manage workstreams, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality client service.
  • Contribute to internal initiatives such as research publications, process improvements, and engagement tracking.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in audit or Transaction Advisory Services / M&A due diligence
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution
  • Active CPA license or eligibility to obtain a CPA; exceptions may be considered for applicants with extensive relevant experience
  • Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting; experience in healthcare or an understanding of the regulatory environment is preferred
  • Proficient in conducting complex quantitative and qualitative analyses and generate data-driven insights
  • Ability to apply critical thinking to drive outcomes in new or unfamiliar situations
  • Capable of working independently, manage tight deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial modelingdue diligencequantitative analysisqualitative analysisU.S. GAAPSEC reportingQuality of Earnings analysisQuality of Net Revenue analysisNet Working Capital analysisDebt and Debt-Like analysis
Soft Skills
critical thinkingindependent worktime managementclient servicecollaborationprocess improvementresearchadaptabilitycommunicationproblem-solving
Certifications
CPA licenseBachelor’s degree in accounting