What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Consultant - Strategy & Transactions position at SC&H?
Job Details
Description
We are seeking a high-performing Quality of Earnings (QoE) Specialist with 4–6 years of relevant experience and an active CPA designation to join our Strategy & Transactions team. This individual will play a critical role in executing financial due diligence engagements for private equity and corporate clients across the deal lifecycle.
The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, a solid foundation in accounting, and direct experience delivering buy-side and/or sell-side QoE analyses in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to SC&H Group, Inc., employee e-mail accounts are considered property of SC&H Group, Inc., and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for SC&H Group, Inc., there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by SC&H's Talent Acquisition team, to submit candidates for review.
Key Responsibilities
SC&H is a national consulting and financial services firm with an expanding global footprint — home to people who believe in the power of trusted personal relationships. Everyone here shares a passion for driving results, fueled by the genuine connections we forge. Our expert capabilities and exceptional service have shaped the firm’s longstanding reputation for excellence and impressive growth. But it’s the partnerships we build and the success we help deliver that make each day rewarding — for our colleagues, our clients, and our communities.
Recognized annually by Inc., Baltimore Business Journal, Accounting Today, and Inside Public Accounting as a “Best Place to Work,” SC&H is routinely named one of the fastest-growing firms for organic growth in the United States. Our success is powered by 13 diverse practices at the intersection of finance, technology, and accounting; 430 professionals across offices in Maryland, Tysons Corner / Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and India; and a client base ranging from emerging growth to world-renowned Fortune 500 companies. This is the place to build lasting professional relationships, grow your skills, and fulfill your potential.
SC&H
Make it Rewarding.
Salary & Benefits
The expected annual base salary for this position is $115,000-$130,000. Salary offers are made based on a variety of candidate specific factors such as candidate's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.
As a 100% employee-owned firm, SC&H offers the unique benefit of real equity ownership for every colleague with at least 1 year of service. Watch your stake grow as your tenure increases and the firm achieves success. We also offer a comprehensive health plan with multiple options to suit your needs, at least 4 weeks of paid time off, 8 firm-paid holidays, 401k with employer match, and an annual firm trip for you and a guest to an all-inclusive tropical location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Description
We are seeking a high-performing Quality of Earnings (QoE) Specialist with 4–6 years of relevant experience and an active CPA designation to join our Strategy & Transactions team. This individual will play a critical role in executing financial due diligence engagements for private equity and corporate clients across the deal lifecycle.
The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, a solid foundation in accounting, and direct experience delivering buy-side and/or sell-side QoE analyses in a fast-paced, transaction-oriented environment.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to SC&H Group, Inc., employee e-mail accounts are considered property of SC&H Group, Inc., and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for SC&H Group, Inc., there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by SC&H's Talent Acquisition team, to submit candidates for review.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support Quality of Earnings (QoE) engagements for buy-side and sell-side transactions
- Analyze historical financial statements to assess earnings sustainability, working capital trends, and cash flow quality
- Identify and quantify non-recurring items, EBITDA adjustments, and accounting anomalies
- Develop and maintain QoE databooks, reports, and executive-ready deliverables
- Collaborate with clients, investment bankers, and deal stakeholders to gather data and address key diligence questions
- Participate in client calls and management interviews, synthesizing findings into actionable insights
- Support deal execution timelines, ensuring high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines
- Assist with business development efforts, including proposal development and client relationship management
- Mentor junior team members and review workstreams as appropriate
- CPA (required)
- 4–6 years of experience in Transaction Advisory, Deal Advisory, or related field
- Experience at a Big 4 or recognized mid-tier consulting / accounting firm (e.g., RSM, BDO, Grant Thornton, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience performing or supporting QoE / financial due diligence engagements
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial statement analysis, and deal dynamics
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to senior stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience working with private equity clients and middle-market transactions
- Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or QuickBooks is a plus
- Exposure to data analytics tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI)
- Knowledge of Government Contracting environments (e.g., familiarity with FAR, CAS, revenue recognition for long-term contracts, and DCAA audits) is a plus
- Experience in integration planning or Day 1 / Day 100 readiness is a plus
- Opportunity to work on high-impact M&A transactions across diverse industries
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment
- Direct exposure to clients, senior leadership, and deal stakeholders
- Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and benefits
- Clear career progression within Strategy & Transactions
SC&H is a national consulting and financial services firm with an expanding global footprint — home to people who believe in the power of trusted personal relationships. Everyone here shares a passion for driving results, fueled by the genuine connections we forge. Our expert capabilities and exceptional service have shaped the firm’s longstanding reputation for excellence and impressive growth. But it’s the partnerships we build and the success we help deliver that make each day rewarding — for our colleagues, our clients, and our communities.
Recognized annually by Inc., Baltimore Business Journal, Accounting Today, and Inside Public Accounting as a “Best Place to Work,” SC&H is routinely named one of the fastest-growing firms for organic growth in the United States. Our success is powered by 13 diverse practices at the intersection of finance, technology, and accounting; 430 professionals across offices in Maryland, Tysons Corner / Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and India; and a client base ranging from emerging growth to world-renowned Fortune 500 companies. This is the place to build lasting professional relationships, grow your skills, and fulfill your potential.
SC&H
Make it Rewarding.
Salary & Benefits
The expected annual base salary for this position is $115,000-$130,000. Salary offers are made based on a variety of candidate specific factors such as candidate's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.
As a 100% employee-owned firm, SC&H offers the unique benefit of real equity ownership for every colleague with at least 1 year of service. Watch your stake grow as your tenure increases and the firm achieves success. We also offer a comprehensive health plan with multiple options to suit your needs, at least 4 weeks of paid time off, 8 firm-paid holidays, 401k with employer match, and an annual firm trip for you and a guest to an all-inclusive tropical location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000