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Mergers and Acquisitions Financial Due Diligence Senior Consultant

Deloitte

Chicago, ILJob$105–208K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$105–208K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Deloitte’s Strategy & Transactions team provides advisory support for transformational initiatives and transactions. The Senior Consultant supports M&A strategy, diligence, integration, and separation engagements for corporate and private equity clients. The role analyzes financial, operational, and market data; develops business cases and synergy assessments; and coordinates transaction workstreams. Recruiting for this role ends on 10/26/2026.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Independent WorkTeam CollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to DetailRelationship BuildingProject LeadershipTask PrioritizationInterpersonal SkillsDeadline ManagementGuidanceFASB/GASBTechnical AccountingCPA Licensure EducationAuditUS GAAPPresentation SkillsExplaining Accounting Matters

Qualifications

10+ Months FASB/GASB ExperienceUp to 25% TravelCPA Licensure EducationMaster's in Finance, Accounting, or Business AdministrationLarge Public Accounting Audit Experience

Full job description

FASB/GASB Senior Consultant

Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. We offer comprehensive end-to-end support and advisory services, covering areas such as valuation modeling, cost optimization, restructuring, business design and transformation, infrastructure and real estate, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and sustainability. The team works closely with clients at every stage of their journey, helping them navigate challenges, avoid financial pitfalls, and implement practical solutions before, during, and after major transformational projects or transactions creating long-term, measurable impact.

Recruiting for this role ends on 10/26/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Senior Consultant on the M&A team, you will be responsible for...

  • Supporting transaction strategy, diligence, integration, and separation engagements for corporate and private equity clients

  • Analyzing financial, operational, and market data to inform transaction decisions and growth strategies

  • Developing business cases, synergy assessments, and implementation plans aligned to client objectives

  • Creating client-ready presentations, models, and work products for executive and stakeholder discussions

  • Coordinating with cross-functional teams to manage deliverables, track milestones, and support execution across the transaction lifecycle

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product

  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships

  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams

  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

  • Ability to meet deadlines

  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our M&A team offer expert guidance to corporate and private equity clients in navigating complex growth and divestiture scenarios. Our services encompass M&A strategy and transaction diligence, integration and separation planning and execution, as well as transaction financing.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, you must meet the following requirements and have the following basic qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in accounting or related field

  • 10+ months of experience with the FASB/GASB, technical accounting experience

  • Willingness and ability to accommodate unpredictable and last-minute travel

  • Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you and the clients and industries/sectors you serve

Preferred:

  • Minimal educational requirements for CPA licensure (which may differ from the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam) in the state of your assigned office location

  • Masters in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

  • Audit experience with large public accounting firm

  • Up-to-date technical knowledge of US GAAP accounting standards

  • Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly and succinctly

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400-$207,800.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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