Manager, M&A / Transaction Advisory Services

RubinBrown Career • Chicago, IL

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience, integrity and value. RubinBrown has revenue of approximately $240 million with 1,000+ team members across locations in Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Nashville, and St. Louis. We are seeking a Manager in our M&A / Transaction Services practice, part of our growing Consulting Services group. The team delivers buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence, along with tax and IT diligence, on domestic and international transactions with enterprise values of up to $750M, partnering with private equity firms, family offices, strategic acquirers, and business owners on 150+ transactions annually. This is a high-visibility role well suited for a collaborative, motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced transaction environment, brings a strong foundation in finance and accounting, and is eager for meaningful growth and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• At least 4 years of current or recent experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry, with exposure to M&A transactions
• Relevant professional credentials such as CPA, CFA, or similar
• Strong technical foundation in finance and accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel and working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Proven experience managing day-to-day client relationships and delivering high-quality client service
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership potential with interest in long-term growth, including progression toward Partner
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Commitment to professional ethics and integrity

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Manager overseeing financial due diligence for M&A transactions, including Quality of Earnings (QofE) analyses
• Analyze financial information to assess earnings quality, working capital, key accounting policies, historical and projected performance, and transaction-related risks impacting valuation and deal structure
• Engage directly with executive leadership teams to discuss accounting policies, business operations, results, and forecasts
• Coordinate and integrate work across multiple service lines and cross-functional teams
• Communicate with a broad range of stakeholders, including clients, target management and ownership, investment bankers, attorneys, and other advisors
• Prepare clear, tailored diligence reports that highlight key findings, insights, and recommendations
• Manage and mentor team members while overseeing multiple engagements simultaneously
• Maintain responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of client deliverables
• Support business development efforts and contribute to the continued growth of the practice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees