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Director, Transaction Advisory Services // Healthcare & Life Sciences

Portage Point Partners · Chicago, IL · 2 days ago
HybridFinance$550k–$800k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Partner directly with senior Portage Point leaders and clients to develop comprehensive transaction solutions across the healthcare and life sciences continuum, including providers, payers, pharma, medtech and digital health
  • Lead multiple engagements and cultivate lasting client relationships through sector-focused, insight-driven execution
  • Own the engagement lifecycle, including scoping and contracting, resource planning and staffing, budget development, WIP management, and timely billing and collections
  • Execute buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence with a focus on healthcare-specific dynamics, such as revenue cycle, reimbursement models, physician alignment, regulatory and compliance considerations and payer mix
  • Perform quality of earnings, working capital, net debt and cash flow analyses tailored to the unique drivers and risks of healthcare transactions
  • Support clients through transaction negotiations, including purchase agreement review and working capital definition and negotiation
  • Review healthcare-specific contracts and agreements (e.g., payer / provider contracts, joint ventures, management service agreements) to identify deal implications
  • Draft clear and compelling diligence reports highlighting key findings, including normalized earnings, regulatory risks, operational benchmarks and post-close integration considerations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with PI, TRS and IB teams to deliver integrated solutions that address clinical, operational and financial challenges unique to healthcare organizations
  • Begin building a personal and institutional network of healthcare-focused private equity investors, strategic buyers and executives to drive recurring engagements and revenue growth
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior team members, sharing healthcare sector acumen and transaction advisory best practices
  • Lead or support internal trainings and best practice sharing
  • Contribute to a high-performing, inclusive and values-driven culture

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from a top undergraduate program
  • Located in or willing to relocate to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New York, Palm Beach or Philadelphia
  • Invested in a team-based culture, motivated to collaborate in office four days per week and willing to work at client sites as needed
  • Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required; CFA or healthcare-related certifications (e.g., HFMA CHFP) is a plus
  • At least eight years of financial due diligence and transaction advisory experience, with a significant focus on healthcare and life sciences transactions (providers, payers, pharma, biotech, medtech or healthcare IT)
  • Understanding of US GAAP principles and healthcare-specific accounting considerations, including revenue recognition under ASC 606, value-based care arrangements and third-party payor dynamics
  • Strong financial modeling and data visualization skills; familiarity with Tableau, Alteryx and healthcare data sources (CMS, HCRIS, etc.) preferred
  • Proven ability to lead teams in high-pressure, client-facing environments and drive solution development for complex, regulated markets
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready presentation and reporting skills
  • Proven ability to thrive in lean, fast-moving teams
  • High attention to detail, responsiveness and ownership mindset
  • Track record of success in high-pressure, client-facing environments

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