M&A Integration Controllership Manager

Position Title: M&A Integration Controllership Manager

Location: McLean, VA

Clearance Requirements: None

Pay Rate: $150,000.00

Position Description:

Join a dynamic team as an M&A Integration Controllership Manager, leading financial integration and divestiture projects across the organization. You will partner with cross-functional departments to ensure seamless execution of key milestones, operationalize controllership priorities, and support strategic M&A initiatives. This role combines strategic project management with hands-on accounting expertise, ideal for a detail-oriented leader looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment. Due to the nature of work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead M&A integration and divestiture initiatives as the primary contact for the Controllership team.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans aligning with business goals, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies; communicate progress, risks, and issues to senior leadership.
• Maintain and update the M&A playbook, incorporating lessons learned and best practices.
• Provide expert financial support, including process mapping, system consolidations, and balance sheet reviews.
• Conduct compliance analyses related to regulatory, accounting, and internal controls; identify gaps for remediation.
• Assist with financial reporting, Purchase Price Allocations (PPA), journal entries, and other transaction-specific accounting details.
• Act as liaison between Controllership and cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless communication during M&A activities.
• Identify and address process, system, and control gaps for post-close integration or pre-close divestiture preparations.

Qualifications:

• Proven success leading M&A integration and divestiture projects within a controllership environment.
• Strong project management skills with experience developing cross-functional plans.
• Hands-on accounting expertise, including financial process mapping and balance sheet analysis.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial system implementations or integrations.
• Preferred: Big Four accounting experience in transaction advisory or M&A practice.
• Knowledge of Costpoint or NetSuite is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced degree, CPA license, and change management experience are desirable.

Top Requirements:

• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Hands-on financial accounting expertise, including system consolidations and balance sheet reviews
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, integrations, and divestitures

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm - we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government agencies, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making a meaningful impact.

When you work with Seneca, you're choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to rewarding roles with leading organizations nationwide. We understand your goals and match you with roles aligned with your skills and career aspirations. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) plans, and dedicated support to advocate for your success every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.