Jobs · OTHR · Illinois

Associate

IMA Financial Group, Inc. · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$75k/yrFull-time

What You’ll Do

  • Analyze balance sheets, P&Ls, and cash flow to assess business performance and sustainability
  • Evaluate working capital, AR/AP, and inventory trends to identify risk and deal considerations
  • Perform targeted financial testing to validate key assumptions
  • Build and interpret financial analyses, exhibits, and models used in transaction decisions
  • Support diligence on behalf of: Buyers evaluating acquisitions, Lenders assessing loan risk
  • Create clear, client-ready deliverables that translate data into actionable insights
  • Present findings to internal teams and external stakeholders

What Makes This Opportunity Different

  • More exposure in 6 months than 2–3 years in traditional accounting roles
  • Work directly on transactions and high-impact decisions
  • High-touch, boutique environment (small team, real ownership)
  • Strong work-life balance vs. traditional deal environments
  • Opportunity to grow into a trusted financial advisor, not just an accountant

Who We’re Looking For

  • Candidates who go beyond traditional audit
  • Active CPA license strongly preferred
  • 2–4 years of experience in Big 4 or similar public accounting / consulting environment
  • Experience that includes analysis, problem-solving, or advisory
  • Strong understanding of financial statements and how businesses operate
  • Exposure to: Financial analysis, modeling, or transaction-related work (preferred), Working capital, AR, or inventory analysis (a plus)
  • Clear, confident communicator who can present financial insights effectively
  • Calm, professional presence in client environments
  • Thrives in environments where: You are pushed to learn quickly, You take ownership early, You are expected to think critically, not just execute

What Will Set You Apart

  • Experience in Deals Advisory, Transaction Services (TAS), or consulting
  • Background in manufacturing or inventory-heavy industries
  • Demonstrated ability to turn analysis into insight and recommendations
  • Experience working directly with clients or stakeholders in high-stakes situations

What You’ll Gain

  • Direct exposure to buyers, investors, and lenders
  • Deep understanding of how transactions work end-to-end
  • Accelerated development in financial analysis and business judgment
  • A team that prioritizes growth, mentorship, and long-term development

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus the opportunity for discretionary annual bonus
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Medical plans
  • Prescription drugs
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Family assistance program
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Housing savings account (HSA)
  • Pre-tax parking plan
  • 401(k)
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Business travel accident insurance
  • Identity theft protection
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work options
  • Paid holidays
  • Sabbatical
  • Gift matching
  • Well-being stipend
  • Personal and professional development

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