[Remote] Accounting Integration Lead

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cobalt Service Partners is a private equity-backed platform focused on building a leading commercial access and security integration business in North America. They are seeking an Accounting Integration Lead to manage M&A transactions, oversee financial disclosures, and improve onboarding processes for new acquisitions.ResponsibilitiesEnsure effective coordination with all parties in the M&A integration process (deal team, diligence team, HR, accounting, etc.) to design and execute a post-acquisition onboarding plan for finance and accounting operationsWork with the diligence team to (i) assess talent to develop post-acquisition resource plan; (ii) assess accounting recognition policies to inform Quality of Earnings adjustments as well as post-acquisition accounting processes; (iii) ensure pro forma historic financials are updated and loaded in our reporting system; and (iv) coordinate negotiation of the working capital true-upCoordinate with Controller team on ASC 805 valuation of the acquisition with our third-party valuation firm within 90 days post-acquisitionCoordinate with Controller team on opening balance sheet and all deal-related support for the auditors; manage their review of the transaction; and resolve all comments within 90 days post-acquisitionIdentify strategic changes to the onboarding process, where necessary, and advocate for continuous process improvementsSkillsDegree in accounting or finance8+ years of experience; public accounting and controller experience a plusExperience with M&A transactionsSignificant knowledge of GAAPProven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at the same timeTeam oriented and excited to grow and scale a business over the next 5-10 yearsHigh learning agility and eagerness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentUnquestionable integrityAbility to work proactively across multiple stakeholders; excellent communication skillsCPA preferredExperience with a range of financial tech stack applications strongly preferredBenefitsHealthcare401k matchFlexible time offCompany OverviewCobalt Service Partners buys and builds businesses that install and maintain essentials like commercial and overhead doors. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.cobaltsp.com/.