Quality of Earnings Manager

GA Group is a leading provider of advisory, valuation, field exam, liquidation, asset-based lending, investment banking, restructuring advisory, and real estate services. With more than 50 years of experience and a global footprint, we partner with leading financial institutions and corporations to navigate complex transactions, optimize operations, and drive value. Our collaborative, results-driven culture is powered by a deep bench of industry experts dedicated to solving our clients’ most critical challenges. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) profit-sharing retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, voluntary medical, dental, and vision coverage, and company-paid life and disability insurance. GA Group is majority-owned by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. POSITION SCOPE GA Group ha s launched a comprehensive platform to serve clients through its “Core 4” Financial Advisory offerings: Valuation, Transaction Opinions, CFO Advisory, and Transaction Advisory Services (Quality of Earnings), and is seeking a high-performing Manager to join the Quality of Earnings team. This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute at the ground level of a growing, performance-driven platform. The position is ideal for a candidate with proven experience managing Quality of Earnings teams and work product. The Manager will project manage buy-side and sell-side transaction engagements, overseei ng teams of associates to deliver high-quality financial insights to clients. The Manager will also serve as a client point of contact and be well versed in relationship and stakeholder management. While this is a remote role, candidates based in or near the Dallas/Fort Worth area are strongly preferred to support team collaboration and growth. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Oversee teams performing Quality of Earnings analyses, including revenue and EBITDA normalization, working capital assessments, and identification of key financial trends; at times, perform underlying work in complex transactions or when team is stretched Supervise other QofE workstreams, such as: historical financial statements analyses detailed financial reports and client deliverables identification of unusual or non-recurring items impacting financial performance data requests and information flow during diligence processes Collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of deliverables Own client relationships and ensure timely communication of findings; run client discussions throughout project/deal lifecycle Participate in business development efforts, industry events shows; contribute to knowledge sharing and market influence Hire, train & performance manage Associates to ensure continuous development and progression SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field 6+ years of experience in public accounting (audit or transaction advisory preferred) Direct experience with Quality of Earnings required Proven experience project managing teams and serving as first point of contact for clients CPA preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Expertise in Excel and financial modeling Curiosity/fluency in automated intelligence Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment while staying highly collaborative WHY GA GROUP? Growth opportunities with training and internal path to promotion Encouragement to contribute your valuable ideas to improve our company, products, and services Regular communication with senior management of companies in a wide range of industries, providing frequent opportunities to expand your business knowledge. Healthy work-life balance with hybrid position, allowing for both remote work and in-person interaction and collaboration Visit us at https://gagroup.com/ to learn more!