Director of Acquisitions and International Finance

At FORTÉ, every role plays a part in reimagining how the modern workplace works. Whether you're on the front lines with customers or behind the scenes making things run, your work helps people connect, collaborate, and get things done. From classrooms to control centers, we design and deliver the systems that power smarter, more connected workplaces – and it all starts with the people who make them possible. FORTÉ (formerly AVI Systems) is a 100% employee-owned company with 50+ years of experience and a bold new identity.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead financial due diligence efforts, including quality of earnings (QoE) analysis, cash flow assessment, and risk identification.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel to review contracts and structure deals, ensuring optimal financial and risk outcomes.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure smooth transaction execution and alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage pre- and post-transaction working capital resolution, ensuring accurate valuation and integration readiness.
• Manage relationships with accounting firms, legal counsel, and valuation experts.
• Work with third-party advisors to develop, review, and negotiate legal documents associated with transactions.
• Oversee deliverables and timelines for third-party advisors, ensuring quality and consistency across all transaction phases.
• Develop and implement post-transaction profitability measures, including synergy realization, cost optimization, and performance tracking.
• Oversee international financial strategy including currency risk, tax structuring, and regulatory compliance.
• Support international finance managers and regional finance leaders, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and financial standards.
• Provide strategic financial guidance for global initiatives and cross-border transactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field; MBA or Masters preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in accounting or finance leadership, public accounting, consulting, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting standards including US GAAP and IFRS, transaction structuring, due diligence, internal controls and global tax and regulatory frameworks. A strong knowledge of percentage of completion revenue recognition, project accounting, and business combinations.
• Proven expertise in financial due diligence, QoE analysis, working capital adjustments, and post-deal integration.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing international finance teams or supporting global operations.
• Preferred CPA or CFA designation.

Why Should You Apply?

At FORTÉ, your work matters, and it's easy to see the impact you make. That's because we're 100% employee-owned, and everyone here has a stake in how we show up – for each other, our customers, and the future we're building. You'll join a team that values your strengths, supports your growth, and shares your commitment to doing work that moves people and organizations forward. With bold momentum and a clear mission, FORTÉ is a place where you can bring your best – and build what's next.

The benefits of ownership

At FORTÉ, you're not just covered – you're supported. Our employee-owners have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and help you do your best work.

Here's a look at what we offer:

• Healthcare, vision & dental coverage
  to keep you and your family well
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  for more control over your healthcare dollars
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  for added peace of mind
• 401(k) with company match
  to invest in your future
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  so you benefit directly from our shared success
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities
  to support your growth
• Employer-paid employee assistance program
  to care for your physical, mental, and financial health
• Paid time off
  that helps you truly disconnect

FORTÉ is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.