As the Manager of Assurance M&A Operations, you will oversee assurance software, promote tool adoption, document processes, and enhance operational efficiency through training and support.
Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.
Join Aprio's Corporate M&A team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Manager, Assurance M&A Operations to join their dynamic team.
The Manager, Assurance M&A Operations is responsible for leading the planning and execution of pre- and post-close integration activities for Assurance-related M&A deals. This role ensures alignment across timelines, technology, training, and operational readiness—while accounting for deal timing and busy season constraints. This individual will serve as a key integration leader, driving execution, mitigating risk, and ensuring a seamless transition to business-as-usual operations.
Responsibilities:
- Own end-to-end pre-close and post-close integration planning and execution for all Assurance M&A transactions.
- Develop and manage detailed integration timelines aligned to deal milestones and operational priorities
- Serve as the Assurance integration subject matter expert, ensuring readiness across technology, training, and operations
- Define, communicate, and execute integration milestones based on deal-specific requirements
- Design and deliver a customized post-integration roadmap tailored to each deal’s operational needs and seasonal impacts
- Lead Day 1, Day 30, and Day 90 readiness activities to ensure a smooth transition into business-as-usual operations
- Partner closely with the Diligence Manager to translate diligence findings into actionable integration plans
- Collaborate with industry and service line leaders to support successful execution across Assurance teams
- Oversee planning and execution of technology alignment, data validation, and data conversion activities
- Monitor integration milestones, risks, and escalations, providing clear and consistent updates to leadership on progress and readiness.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in audit or assurance preferred
- Experience working with assurance technologies such as DataSnipper, CCH Workflow, ProSystem fx Engagement, Laurel, and CaseWare
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across cross-functional teams
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
The application window is anticipated to close on July 1, 2026 and may be extended as needed.
Why work for Aprio:
Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- 401k with Profit Sharing
- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
- Top rated wellness program
- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options
What’s in it for you:
- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.
- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.
- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.
Aprio Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
35 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 690, Chicago, United States, 60601
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