Manager - Transaction Advisory Services

Manager – Transaction Advisory Services

Location:

Chicago, IL (US - Hybrid)

Reporting to the Director, the Manager will …

• Lead day-to-day operations, including managing a team through:
• Drafting request lists and managing client communications regarding requested items
• Managing the creation of databooks
• Preparing materials for management meetings
• Drafting adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net working capital, and debt and debt‑like tables
• Communicating with senior managers, directors, and principals on a regular basis
• Developing associates and senior associates by coaching and providing real‑time feedback
• Comfortably prioritizing and working on multiple tasks including client work and internal initiatives

• 5+ years of experience in transaction advisory or audit
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting
• CPA certification or strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Project management experience
• Ability to calibrate style to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $147,900.

• 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.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy, paid holidays, and year‑end time off.
• Wellness program, including gift cards and rewards.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options.
• HSA employer contribution.
• 9 paid holidays annually.
• Robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• CPA bonus with exam and study days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Client referral bonus program.
• Pet insurance.
• FORCE – community volunteer program allowing paid volunteer time.

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