Manager of Technical Accounting and Deal Analysis - Arlington, VA

Join a thriving private equity-backed company in high acquisition mode, seeking a talented Manager of Technical Accounting and Deal Analysis to join their world-class finance team. Based in the heart of the Washington, DC metro area in Arlington, Virginia, this newly created role offers exceptional career growth potential as the company rapidly expands its nationwide footprint through strategic acquisitions. Work closely with a tenured Controller and visionary CFO to build robust financial infrastructure from the ground up.

About the Role

This ground-floor opportunity is perfect for a technical accounting professional with public accounting experience who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting multiple acquisitions, ensuring seamless accounting integrations, and maintaining compliance with complex standards like ASC 805 (Business Combinations). This position offers significant runway for career advancement as the company scales its finance operations to match its aggressive growth strategy.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in deal analysis, purchase price allocation, and financial reporting to help drive successful acquisition integrations across various entities. With the company's well-capitalized position and active deal pipeline, you'll have immediate impact on high-profile transactions while developing leadership skills within a collaborative corporate team.

Key Responsibilities

As Manager of Technical Accounting and Deal Analysis, your core duties will include:

• Leading preparation of opening balance sheets for newly acquired entities and resolving complex technical accounting issues related to transactions
• Conducting comprehensive financial analysis for deal structuring, including detailed purchase price allocations and post-closing adjustments
• Performing entity-level working capital calculations and ensuring full compliance with ASC 805 business combination standards
• Providing accounting leadership for corporate teams during acquisition integrations and intercompany transaction accounting
• Developing cash flow forecasts and acquisition-related financial reporting packages
• Maintaining expertise in technical accounting standards including ASC 805, ASC 606 (Revenue), and ASC 842 (Leases)
• Supporting the rollout and optimization of new ERP systems across the organization
• Preparing detailed workpapers, month-end reconciliations for balance sheet and key P&L accounts
• Identifying, valuing tangible and intangible assets, liabilities, and calculating goodwill for acquisition accounting
• Integrating acquired companies into consolidated financial reporting systems
• Partnering with external auditors and tax teams for annual audits and compliance filings

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred)
• Active CPA certification or equivalent
• 3-5+ years of progressive technical accounting experience, ideally from public accounting (Big 4/middle market)
• Deep expertise in business combinations (ASC 805), purchase accounting, and M&A financial reporting
• Hands-on experience with working capital true-ups, PPA models, and acquisition integration
• Strong working knowledge of ASC 606, ASC 842, and other relevant GAAP standards
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel financial modeling
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally in high-growth environments

Why Join Us

This is more than just a job—it's a career-defining opportunity with a well-capitalized PE-backed leader in acquisition strategy. Enjoy a competitive salary around $135,000, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and unparalleled professional development. Arlington, VA offers an ideal blend of professional opportunity and quality of life in the DC metro area.

Robert Half specializes in connecting top accounting talent with premier opportunities. Submit your resume confidentially to Raj Khanna, Senior Vice President, for immediate consideration. Take the next step in your technical accounting career with a company poised for explosive growth.