M&A Integration Controllership Manager

The Opportunity:

The M&A Integration Controllership Manager will oversee the financial integration and separation processes for acquisitions and divestitures across the organization. Partnering closely with cross-functional departments, the manager will ensure that key milestones are achieved and that Controllership priorities are operationalized. Combining project management expertise with hands-on accounting knowledge, the manager will drive seamless financial transitions that align with the company’s strategic objectives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented leader who possesses a balance of strategic project oversight and in-depth financial acumen. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead M&A integration and divestiture projects, serving as the primary point of contact within the Controllership team.
• Develop and manage comprehensive cross-functional project plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Track and monitor key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies for integration and separation initiatives.
• Communicate progress, risks, and roadblocks to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Maintain a comprehensive M&A playbook, incorporate lessons learned, and periodically update the document to reflect best practices.
• Provide hands-on financial expertise to support integration tasks such as mapping financial processes, consolidating accounting systems, and performing balance sheet reviews.
• Conduct compliance analysis for regulatory, accounting, and internal control requirements and document any gaps for remediation.
• Assist with review and prepare financial reporting, Purchase Price Allocations (PPA), related journal entries, and other finance-specific elements of M&A transactions, divestiture agreements, or post-acquisition process, as needed.
• Serve as the liaison between Controllership and cross-functional leadership teams to establish clear communication and seamless collaboration during M&A initiatives.
• Identify and address gaps in processes, systems, and controls to support post-close integration or pre-close divestiture preparations.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in M&A integration, divestitures, or audit or accounting advisory
• Experience working within or alongside large publicly traded organizations
• Experienced in M&A integration management, including accounting, transaction advisory, and M&A consulting environments
• Experience with post-merger integration, carve-outs, finance and accounting integration, purchase accounting, financial due diligence, and synergy tracking across complex transactions
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
• Knowledge of GAAP, SEC reporting, internal controls, ERP integrations, and financial reporting processes
• Ability to lead integration management office (IMO) activities, and coordinate cross-functional workstreams, including finance, HR, IT, legal, and operations
• Ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects within a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Training Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience working for a Big Four firm in accounting transaction advisory, or M&A practice
• Experience with ERP systems and financial system implementations or integrations
• Experience with Costpoint or Netsuite
• Experience with change management principles and practices
• Experience with project management
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail
• Possession of excellent organizational, problem-solving, analytical, and executive communication skills
• Master’s degree
• CPA License

Compensation:

Compensation at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy:

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model:

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.