Transaction Advisory Manager

Transaction Advisory Manager

Title: Transaction Advisory Manager
Location: US-MN-Minneapolis
Other Locations: null
Grant Thornton is collaborative, entrepreneurial and on the move. As part of a dynamic global organization of 30,000 people serving clients in more than 100 countries, we have the agility and focus it takes to be a leader.

We are committed to capitalizing on our strengths and serving dynamic organizations that share our values and drive. Our global values of collaboration, leadership, excellence, agility, respect and responsibility guide our behaviors and fuel our be the firm that makes a difference, every day.

We provide companies the guidance they need to help run their businesses, establish robust internal controls, use information effectively and improve performance. These services include transaction support, valuation, recovery and reorganization, information technology solutions, forensic accounting and investigative services to name a few.

TRANSACTION ADVISORY SERVICES MANAGER - TRANSACTION ADVISORY SERVICES - INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING FIRM
POSITION SUMMARY:
Would you like to join a team of trusted business advisors passionate about providing their clients with exceptional service? Grant Thornton's core business is audit, tax and advisory services. In short, we strive for a keen understanding of the client's business, in order to provide insightful and sound operational advice, recommend process improvement strategies, and offer suggestions to manage risk. Our professionals are thought leaders, providing personalized attention and quality service to our clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

*
Manage Transactions Advisory Services (TAS) engagements throughout the transaction process, and coordinate the work performed by multiple service lines and cross-functional teams.
*
Plan, execute, direct and complete financial due diligence for financial and corporate strategic buyers from a variety of industries, including manufacturing and distribution, non-profit, high-tech, real estate, and financial services.
*
Manage client expectations concerning project deliverables and deadlines and lead change efforts effectively.
*
Develop and maintain strong client relationships and cross-sell services.
*
Team with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development calls.
*
Recruit, manage, mentor, and train senior associates and associates.
*
Assess performance of senior associates and associates for engagement and year-end reviews.
*
Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
* CPA certification and relevant professional certifications a plus.
* Five plus years of experience in the following: accounting, audit or transaction advisory services.
* Strong current knowledge in US GAAP, GAAS, SEC Reporting, transaction advisory services or mergers and acquisitions.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

* Ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects in a rapidly growing practice.
* Strong leadership, business development, recruitment, training, and mentoring skills.
* Excellent written, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

* Ability to work additional hours as needed and up to 50% travel to various client sites.
BENEFITS:
Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual a complete list of benefits please

The people in the independent firms of Grant Thornton International Ltd provide personalized attention and the highest quality service to public and private clients in more than 100 countries. Grant Thornton LLP is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the six global audit, tax and advisory organizations. Grant Thornton International Ltd and its member firms are not a worldwide partnership, as each member firm is a separate and distinct legal entity.