Senior Manager- Transaction Advisory Services

Senior Manager - Transaction Advisory Services

Chicago, IL

What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through diverse perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled and agile practitioners who thrive on challenge and growth? We believe everyone has untapped potential. That's why we lead with vision and act fast, pairing deep expertise with practical solutions. Our teams cut through complexity and deliver real impact. It's our hope that you find more than just a job. At Sikich, you'll find optimism, clear insights and genuine warmth, without egos.

Are you ready to grow with us?

Position Summary

Reporting to the Principal, the Senior Manager will ....

What will you do in this role?

• Mentor and lead TASAssociatesand Managers
• Manage TAS team responsibilities and work with Principals on a regular basis
• Assist and maintain an updated budget and fee analysis
• Ability to servicemultiple chargeableclient engagements simultaneously
• Review and continuously evaluate reports and projects from TAS Associates related to clients
• Lead the Quality of Earnings, P&L and Working Capital analyses
• Consult financial statement information (income statements, balance sheets, cash flow and other reports) and provide thoughtful business observations and conclusions
• Consult and support TAS team members in the development ofhigh levelreports and client presentations to support business strategy and need
• Assist Principals in sales and business development efforts
• Contribute to new client business/add business from current clients
• Develop and engage training initiatives for TAS team members
• Manage client interaction and relationships daily
• Maximize the value the client is receiving from Sikich
• Propose solutions to transaction risks and problem solution tactics
• Participate in the active recruitment and training of new TAS team members, specifically Associates
• Active participation in team meetings, calls, client relations and serve as secondary point of contact for clients when needed
• Actively engages and seeks new business opportunities for aspects of TAS and the firm

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• 10+ years of experience in an audit or transaction advisory practice within a national or regional public accounting or consulting firm
• 5+ years' experience with financial due diligence or advisory experience
• Experience servicing private equity groups, family offices, strategicbuyersand investment bankers
• Experience developing and overseeing staff on both engagements and career paths
• Bachelor's or master'sdegree in accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• CPA Certification
• Successful track record of building and cultivating a transaction advisory service practice
• Strong project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
• Demonstrates in-house abilities to identify and address client needs, including developing and maintaining meaningful client relationships and understanding the client's business
• Keeps up to date with the transaction and advisory services industry, and private equity group (PEG), following the progress of the industry
• Must possess a high degree of integrity and confidentiality

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $193,800.25. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Values driven - You embody and model absolute integrity and servant leadership and you have a bias for action and continuous innovation.
• Uncompromising problem solver - You see opportunities in every business challenge and can develop, articulate and implement solutions.
• Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills trust - You do what you say, without ego, and you follow through on commitments consistently and credibly.
• Impact & influence - You are relentlessly focused on making a difference and can gain support for ideas, proposals and solutions. You get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives and objectives.

About Sikich

Sikichoffers the public and private sectors a diverse platform of professional services across consulting,technologyand compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients,teamsand communities accelerate success.

Sikich has approximately 2,000 team members andoperatesacross North America,EMEAandAPAC.

Sikich Total Rewards

Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members' health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.

Some examples of our many benefits:

• Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full-time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
• Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
• Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.

We also offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
• HSA employer contribution
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
• A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Client referral bonus program
• Pet insurance
• FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their localcommunities.

Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.

Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.

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