Financial Due Diligence Director
Grant Thornton (US), San Francisco, California, United States
Financial Due Diligence Director – Grant Thornton (US)
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Financial Due Diligence Director
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Grant Thornton (US) . As a Financial Due Diligence Director, you’ll focus on middle‑market transactions, serving dynamic organizations with experienced professionals who bring a full range of advisory services to validate, optimize and create value for the Transaction Advisory Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
Responsibilities
Lead buy‑side and sell‑side transactions for our client base which includes corporate clients, private equity groups and commercial lenders
Manage engagements throughout the transaction lifecycle and coordinate other Grant Thornton capabilities by leveraging the expertise of other service lines, cross‑functional teams, and international colleagues as needed
Serve as the day‑to‑day point person on engagements; lead meetings and calls with clients and target management
Plan, execute, direct and complete financial due diligence for financial and strategic buyers across a variety of industries
Examine & analyze client data to identify key trends, quality of earnings adjustments and net working capital impacts
Draft reports to socialize our findings around quality of earnings, net working capital and business performance including insights around the key financial and business issues in a transaction
Manage client expectations concerning timing, progress, deliverables, deadlines, and lead change efforts effectively
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Manage business development activities, such as proposals, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership material
Work closely with engagement teams and partners to promptly identify and resolve client problems or issues
Meet or exceed sales targets for new and follow‑on work
Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)
Manage, develop, train, coach and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year‑end reviews
Lead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients
Motivate others to perform at maximum efficiency without sacrificing quality of the services delivered
Interview campus and/or experienced candidates
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross‑industry clients at a national level required
Industry‑recognized professional certification required; CPA or related license/certification preferred
Strong current knowledge in US GAAP, GAAS, SEC Reporting, transaction advisory services or mergers and acquisitions required
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
Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 25%
Salary Base salary ranges vary by location (Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Boston, MA): $187,500 – $359,400. For exact figures, refer to the individual job posting.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support, and we are part of a multinational platform delivering a singular client experience.
About the Team
Flexible work location, schedule, and unlimited flex time off to suit your needs.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration options.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits recognizing all identities, roles and aspirations.
Committed to ongoing action for diversity, equity & inclusion.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program.
Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave and paid holidays for interns and seasonal employees.
Optional 401(k) savings plan for seasonal employees (subject to eligibility).
Potential discretionary annual bonus for eligible employees based on performance.
Additional Details It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. Consistent with the ADA, the firm provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability. For Los Angeles applicants, consideration is provided to qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local law. For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require or administer lie detector tests.
To request accommodation, contact HR@us.gt.com.
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Join to apply for the
Financial Due Diligence Director
role at
Grant Thornton (US) . As a Financial Due Diligence Director, you’ll focus on middle‑market transactions, serving dynamic organizations with experienced professionals who bring a full range of advisory services to validate, optimize and create value for the Transaction Advisory Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
Responsibilities
Lead buy‑side and sell‑side transactions for our client base which includes corporate clients, private equity groups and commercial lenders
Manage engagements throughout the transaction lifecycle and coordinate other Grant Thornton capabilities by leveraging the expertise of other service lines, cross‑functional teams, and international colleagues as needed
Serve as the day‑to‑day point person on engagements; lead meetings and calls with clients and target management
Plan, execute, direct and complete financial due diligence for financial and strategic buyers across a variety of industries
Examine & analyze client data to identify key trends, quality of earnings adjustments and net working capital impacts
Draft reports to socialize our findings around quality of earnings, net working capital and business performance including insights around the key financial and business issues in a transaction
Manage client expectations concerning timing, progress, deliverables, deadlines, and lead change efforts effectively
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Manage business development activities, such as proposals, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership material
Work closely with engagement teams and partners to promptly identify and resolve client problems or issues
Meet or exceed sales targets for new and follow‑on work
Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization)
Manage, develop, train, coach and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year‑end reviews
Lead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients
Motivate others to perform at maximum efficiency without sacrificing quality of the services delivered
Interview campus and/or experienced candidates
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross‑industry clients at a national level required
Industry‑recognized professional certification required; CPA or related license/certification preferred
Strong current knowledge in US GAAP, GAAS, SEC Reporting, transaction advisory services or mergers and acquisitions required
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
Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 25%
Salary Base salary ranges vary by location (Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Boston, MA): $187,500 – $359,400. For exact figures, refer to the individual job posting.
About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support, and we are part of a multinational platform delivering a singular client experience.
About the Team
Flexible work location, schedule, and unlimited flex time off to suit your needs.
Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration options.
Personalized and comprehensive benefits recognizing all identities, roles and aspirations.
Committed to ongoing action for diversity, equity & inclusion.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program.
Minimum 72 hours of paid sick leave and paid holidays for interns and seasonal employees.
Optional 401(k) savings plan for seasonal employees (subject to eligibility).
Potential discretionary annual bonus for eligible employees based on performance.
Additional Details It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics. Consistent with the ADA, the firm provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability. For Los Angeles applicants, consideration is provided to qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local law. For Massachusetts applicants, we do not require or administer lie detector tests.
To request accommodation, contact HR@us.gt.com.
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