Financial Due Diligence Director

Financial Due Diligence DirectorAs a Financial Due Diligence Director, you'll focus on middle-market transactions, serving dynamic organizations with experienced professionals who bring a full range of advisory services to validate, optimize, and create value for the Transaction Advisory Practice all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. Your day-to-day may include:Lead buy-side and sell-side transactions for our client base which includes corporate clients, private equity groups, and commercial lendersManage engagements throughout the transaction lifecycle and coordinate other Grant Thornton capabilities by leveraging the expertise of other service lines, cross-functional teams, and international colleagues as neededServe as the day-to-day point person on engagements; lead meetings and calls with clients and target managementPlan, execute, direct, and complete financial due diligence for financial and strategic buyers across a variety of industriesExamine and analyze client data to identify key trends, quality of earnings adjustments and net working capital impactsDraft reports to socialize our findings around quality of earnings, net working capital, and business performance including insights around the key financial and business issues in a transactionManage client expectations concerning timing, progress, deliverables, deadlines, and lead change efforts effectivelyDevelop and maintain strong client relationshipsManage business development activities, such as proposals, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership materialWork closely with engagement teams and partners to promptly identify and resolve client problems or issuesMeet or exceed sales targets for new and follow-on workMeet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)Manage, develop, train, coach, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviewsLead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development, and other pursuit activities at clientsMotivate others to perform at maximum efficiency without sacrificing quality of the services deliveredInterview campus and/or experienced candidatesOther duties as assignedYou have the following technical skills, qualifications, and abilities:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required, Advanced degree preferredMinimum 10 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level requiredIndustry recognized professional certification required, CPA or related license/certification preferredStrong current knowledge in US GAAP, GAAS, SEC Reporting, transaction advisory services, or mergers and acquisitions requiredAbility to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a rapidly growing practiceStrong leadership, business development, recruitment, training, and mentoring skillsExcellent written, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal communication skillsCan travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 25%The base salary range for this position in the firm's Los Angeles, CA office is between $202,500 and $337,500. The base salary range for this position in the firm's San Francisco, CA office is between $215,600 and $359,400. The base salary range for this position in the firm's Denver, CO office is between $187,500 and $312,500. The base salary range for this position in the firm's Chicago, IL office is between $187,500 and $312,500. The base salary range for this position in the firm's New York, NY office is between $202,500 and $337,500. The base salary range for this position in the firm's Boston, MA office is between $202,500 and $337,500.About Us: At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.About the Team: The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how: Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. We understand that your needs, responsibilities, and experiences are different and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles, and aspirations that make you, well, you.Benefits: We understand that your needs, responsibilities, and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles, and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefitsAdditional Details: It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 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