We are looking for a Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Accountant to join our team at iRely, a software company specializing in ERP and accounting solutions for commodity-based businesses.
This role is open in Bengaluru, India, or Makati City, Philippines
The M&A Accountant will report directly to the Controller in the US and will play a crucial role in evaluating potential acquisitions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and compliance with accounting standards.
This position requires international travel and on-site visits to review the accounting statements and processes of companies that might be brought into our company. Additionally, the M&A Accountant will assist and backup the general staff accountant as needed.
Responsibilities
- Conduct on-site visits to potential acquisition targets to review and analyze their accounting statements, processes, and financial health.
- Understand internal financial reporting and needs and be able to communicate and address the disparities between acquisition targets’ reporting and our own needs.
- Collaborate with the internal and external accounting & finance teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Assist in market research and analysis of potential acquisition targets or market expansions, working with other members of the accounting & finance team.
- Work cross-functionally with other teams where needed to provide and verify financial reports.
- Collaborate with the Controller on various reporting and analysis tasks, including generating new reporting and analyzing the financials of acquisition targets.
- Assist and back-up the general staff accountant in their duties as needed such as preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements, assist in providing Profit & Loss statements to different functional leaders, etc.
- Facilitate training sessions and communication with the Controller & CFO, working mid-shift as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions or related field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, GAAP and IFRS, and financial statements.
- Strong grasp of Excel fundamentals as well as familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
- Knowledge of general accounting software, particularly web-hosted ERP solutions.
- Knowledge and understanding of accounting for software businesses is a plus. An understanding of service-based, B2B accounting is necessary.
- Higher-level proficiency in Excel tools such as OfficeScript, PowerQuery, and/or VBA is highly desirable.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Willingness to travel internationally and conduct on-site visits.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
About iRely
In 2008, iRely began selling its Commodity Management system to producers and processors. Since then, we have continued to expand and implement new software designed to deliver business management solutions for the petroleum distribution, retail, agriculture, and commodity industries.
Today, iRely remains privately owned and self-funded, with a long-term ownership plan that ensures private ownership for decades to come. Our commitment to customer success has made us a global leader in digital transformation.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas with offices in Bangalore (India), and Makati City (Philippines), iRely has nearly 40 years of experience providing end-to-end ERP and CTRM to over 500 customers in more than 25 countries.
Here at iRely, we understand that your Business isn't simple, but our Innovative Software Solutions are.