Lead and manage buy‑side and sell‑side pre‑transaction due diligence engagements for public companies, private companies, private equity firms, SPACs, and investment banks across the U.S.
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear insights, strategic recommendations, and proactive communication.
Guide and review team workstreams, ensuring high‑quality analyses and timely delivery of all engagement outputs.
Oversee development of financial models analyzing historical performance, trends, and projections.
Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, and deal stakeholders.
Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
Support and lead business development initiatives, including networking, relationship building, proposal development, and participation in industry events.
Contribute to internal initiatives such as research publications, process improvements, methodology enhancements, and engagement management practices.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in Transaction Advisory Services, financial due diligence, M&A consulting, or related areas; audit experience with relevant exposure is acceptable for a portion of applicant's experience.
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
Active CPA license preferred; equivalent credentials or extensive relevant experience will be considered.
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting; healthcare experience or familiarity with industry regulatory environments is a plus.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage teams, influence decision‑making, and build trusted client relationships.
Ability to network, build relationships in the market, and contribute to practice growth.
Proficient in operating independently, managing multiple priorities, and thriving in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.
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Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.
Practice Overview:
Financial due diligence is essential in today's deal environment - whether evaluating an acquisition or planning a divestiture. Ankura's buy-side and sell-side advisory services combine deep industry expertise with a strong understanding of current and emerging market drivers. Our client-focused approach empowers executives to rely on the financial information presented, enabling more confident decision‑making throughout the transaction process.
Our Financial Due Diligence services include quality of revenue and quality of earnings analyses, net working capital target setting and settlement support, assistance with securities purchase agreements, and post‑merger integration advisory.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Financial Due Diligence Director to help lead and grow our expanding Transaction Advisory practice. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of relevant transaction advisory experience, strong technical and analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to manage complex engagements. This individual will play a key leadership role in guiding teams, overseeing client deliverables, and driving practice growth through relationship building, business development, and market presence.
The Director will lead key financial analyses-including quality of earnings, quality of revenue, net working capital, and operational trend assessments-while also contributing to strategic initiatives that enhance team performance and firm capabilities.
Ankura · Chicago, IL