Senior Accountant, Mergers & Acquisitions

Ballenthin, Funk & Johnson is hiring! BFJ was founded in 2002 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We are an accounting and advisory firm that provides consulting services to industries including construction, real estate, manufacturing, and franchise; and niche areas like professional services, trust and estate, and retail. Our growing firm has a modern office environment and culture of workplace well-being. We attract and retain talent with the approach that everyone should be excellent at what they do.

BFJ’s mission is to make public accounting the career of choice in the financial industry.

The Senior Accountant role puts motivated young professionals on teams positioned at the forefront of growth for our clients and the firm. We are seeking a highly energetic Senior Accountant who can be instrumental in servicing clients and helping grow the Transaction Advisory / Financial Due Diligence team. Applicants should expect an exciting fast-paced and dynamic work environment that provides significant responsibility and development opportunities. As a key member of the M&A team, you will play an integral role in projects that will lead to firm growth and client success while gaining extensive exposure to senior management of clients and acquisition targets in multiple industries experiencing exciting high growth opportunities. The Senior Accountant is responsible for helping with projects related to Quality of Earnings (Q of E) reports. The Senior Accountant will prepare financial models, financial reports, reconcile tax returns, financial statements and payroll reports back to client data. The Senior Accountant works closely with firm partners, firm managers, and staff in both the Tax and Audit practice areas of the firm as well as clients on deals that they are assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in execution of buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence on behalf of private equity clients by analyzing detailed financial statement information and preparing detailed schedules and supporting analysis

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data used in due diligence processes, verifying the completeness of information

• Participate in meetings and calls with target company management and clients

• Prepare and analyze financial statements

• Assist in the preparation of financial models and excel databook for due diligence reports

• Data gathering, document review and preparation of quality of earnings reports

• Help conduct interviews with personnel of acquisition targets

• Analyze historical financial statements and evaluate operational and industry trends to identify sustainable earnings

• Prepare reconciliations and reports related to historical financials, tax returns and bank statements

• Research and analyze accounting documents

• Interpret and apply accounting policies and procedures

• Demonstrates curiosity and proactively seeks information to support continuous growth by asking thoughtful questions and actively engaging in learning to seek clarity and pursue deeper insights

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience within public accounting (tax & financial statement preparation or auditing)

• Previous experience leading projects

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Ability to work in a dynamic & fast paced environment with multiple projects / deadlines

• Ability to work in office 5 days a week. Position transitions to a hybrid work schedule after successful completion of approximately 90 days of onboarding and training, based on performance and manager approval.

• Proven track record of problem solving

• Energetic & continuous learning attitude

• Eagerness and willingness to learn and push when necessary to meet deadlines

  o Average week is 45 - 50 hours

• History of progression & growth

• Team mentality

• Good attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and team members throughout all levels of organization

• Strong organizational skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting

• CPA designation preferred

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computer, office equipment and telephone, etc. Physical demands are essentially those of sedentary work. Tasks may require extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Compensation

• Base salary range: 100K – 125K

• Performance-based bonus

• Compensation commensurate with experience and skill set

Additional Information

• Local candidates (St. Paul, MN) preferred

• Firm culture is a priority— we value professionalism, accountability, intellectual rigor, and low-ego collaboration

In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee-only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all
applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity,
pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical
disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by state of federal law.

Crete Professionals Alliance (“Crete PA”) is not a licensed CPA firm. Its subsidiary entities, which are not licensed CPA firms, provide tax, advisory, and other non-attest services to clients. Crete PA Network Firms practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Crete PA does not provide services to clients.

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