Transaction Services Manager at Crowe in Chicago, IL

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Job Description:

Transaction Services Manager

Are you looking to take the next step in your Transaction Services (TS) career within an environment that offers meaningful client exposure, impactful advisory work, and strong work-life balance?

Crowe is seeking a Transaction Services Manager to join our dynamic Transaction Services team within our Strategy & Transaction Advisory practice. This role will lead buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements while developing trusted client relationships and supporting the professional growth of our TS team members.

As a TS Manager, you will guide clients investing in or operating across a diverse range of industries—including manufacturing and distribution, technology, construction, restaurant and retail, business services, and food and commodities—while serving as a key contact for both clients and target company personnel.

As a Transaction Services Manager, you will:

Lead Due Diligence Engagements

• Lead buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements across multiple industries.
• Ensure engagements are completed in full compliance with applicable professional, regulatory, and firm standards.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and review of key financial metrics and analyses, including quality of earnings (EBITDA), net working capital, and other financial results.
• Conduct and review interviews with client and target company management and synthesize findings into comprehensive reports.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during engagements, providing clear communication and high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and deliver tailored transaction advisory solutions that align with business objectives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Transaction Services Senior Associates and Associates.
• Provide direction on financial analyses, report preparation, and engagement execution to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Strategic Advisory

• Advise clients on transaction-related matters, such as purchase price adjustments, deal restructuring, deal termination, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Deliver value-added insights to support clients' strategic growth and business objectives.

Project Management

• Manage multiple smaller engagements concurrently, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and client expectations.

Business Development

• Identify opportunities for add-on work within existing client relationships.
• Support proposal development and participate in networking activities to enhance Crowe’s market visibility.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain the highest level of quality in all deliverables, including reporting, presentations, and communication.
• Implement best practices and contribute to process improvements within the Transaction Services practice.

Regulatory & Industry Knowledge

• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging management concepts to support informed client advisory.
• Share insights and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Assurance (Audit) or Transaction Services within a CPA firm or related environment (manager-level expectation).
• Strong prior experience working with clients in manufacturing and distribution, technology, construction, restaurant and retail, business services, or food and commodities.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• CPA license strongly preferred.
• Proven experience leading engagements and supervising team members.
• Strong communication skills with demonstrated client service experience.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 10% annually.

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

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 Crowe, 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 $106,500.00 - $217,800.00 per year.

Our Benefits: Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow: We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

More about Crowe: Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

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