Hybrid Financial Due Diligence Director – Transaction Advisory Services

at Ankura

• Job title: Financial Due Diligence Director – Transaction Advisory Services
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $85,000 - $200,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Director of Financial Due Diligence managing buy and sell-side engagements for Ankura's Transaction Advisory practice. Leading teams, mentoring members, and enhancing firm capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage buy‑side and sell‑side pre‑transaction due diligence engagements for public companies, private companies, private equity firms, SPACs, and investment banks across the U.S.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear insights, strategic recommendations, and proactive communication.
• Guide and review team workstreams, ensuring high‑quality analyses and timely delivery of all engagement outputs.
• Oversee development of financial models analyzing historical performance, trends, and projections.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, clients, and deal stakeholders.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture.
• Support and lead business development initiatives, including networking, relationship building, proposal development, and participation in industry events.
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as research publications, process improvements, methodology enhancements, and engagement management practices.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Transaction Advisory Services, financial due diligence, M&A consulting, or related areas; audit experience with relevant exposure is acceptable for a portion of applicant’s experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
• Active CPA license preferred; equivalent credentials or extensive relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting; healthcare experience or familiarity with industry regulatory environments is a plus.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage teams, influence decision‑making, and build trusted client relationships.
• Ability to network, build relationships in the market, and contribute to practice growth.
• Proficient in operating independently, managing multiple priorities, and thriving in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible working hours
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities