M&A Accountant

M&A Accountant

Mission of the Role : We are looking for a high-powered Accountant who will be a critical team member and early employee in our journey. This person will be directly involved in integrating new acquisitions as a key partner with Regional Controller for Apex Service Partners. He / she will help drive the financial and accounting transformations with newly acquired companies. This person must have superior organization and communication skills, while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. He / she will have extensive involvement in fostering relationships and implementing processes and procedures with newly acquired companies as the region grows. This individual will be responsible for integrating various daily accounting transactions related to the regional accounting functions, such as implementation of GAAP accounting policies, regional level consolidations where applicable, accounts receivables, accounts payables, payroll and month end close. This individual will also assist with the month-end close process for the region, working closely with the Controller to ensure financial reporting integrity. He / she will also be involved in the year-end audit process by providing support as requested. This opportunity offers high visibility in a rapidly growing company and the successful candidate must show great initiative including the ability to work with limited supervision. This role will report directly to the Regional Controller for the Atlantic Region of Apex Service Partners.

Job Responsibilities Include :

• Participate in the preparation stage of a new acquisition while maintaining strict confidentiality with regards to acquisition targets
• Support the acquisition integration in person during the early days after the acquisition
• Establish relationships with support staff at newly acquired companies to foster a cohesive team environment
• Work closely with the General Manager (GM) and Market Area President (MAP) to coordinate assignment of accounting related duties
• Ensure adequate training is provided for new team members from the acquisition
• Coordinate the creation and integration of new bank accounts and financing partnerships
• Work closely with the Regional Accounting Manager, Regional A / P Manager and Regional A / R Manager throughout the integration process
• Participate in the preparation and reconciliation of opening balance sheet entries
• Assist with providing external auditors all requested materials, in conjunction with the Controller
• Complete reconciliation of funds transfer needed between Apex and the prior owners in a timely manner
• Participate and assist with other month-end close and reconciliation functions as assigned
• Assist with systems implementation and data integrity to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and implement streamlined procedures where possible
• Execute the individual and team goals that support strategic and operational initiatives
• Contribute to team culture

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Location :

Open to Tampa, FL / Manassas or Ashburn, VA / Dallas, TX / Philadelphia, PA / Buffalo or White Plains, NY

Other Benefits : medical, dental and vision coverage, competitive PTO, sick days, and holidays, 401k matching

Travel : Travel will be required during the initial days of acquisition to coordinate with staff on the ground. Candidates should expect on average 1 to 2 trips a month with most of that located on the east coast.