Quality of Earnings Manager – QofE Services Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Rhode Island.

📋 Description

• Lead QofE Lite projects for self-funded searchers within the NMC ecosystem.

• Develop and oversee a standardized, scalable QofE workflow designed for small business transactions.

• Produce standard QOE reports evaluating financial integrity, proof of cash, revenue normalization, seller discretionary earnings, customer concentration, margin consistency, business valuation, and other essential metrics.

• Offer light post-close financial advisory services where applicable, particularly regarding working capital needs.

• Manage the P&L for NMC's financial diligence and back-office operations.

• Establish or oversee outsourced delivery partners for accounting and bookkeeping services.

• Collaborate with the core NMC team to upsell or cross-sell services as deals advance.

• Work with entrepreneurs and Deal Analysts to prioritize incoming QofE tasks.

• Summarize findings into concise reports that bolster investment memos and lender packages.

• Assist in educating entrepreneurs on best practices regarding financial presentation and hygiene.

⛳️ Requirements

• CPA or equivalent accounting certification is required.

• 2–5+ years of experience in QofE, preferably on the buy-side.

• Experience working with businesses generating less than $10M in revenue.

• Strong understanding of acquisition accounting and typical adjustments.

• Excellent communication skills—ability to simplify complex financial information.

• Experience providing services to self-funded searchers or independent sponsors.

• Familiarity with common software tools such as QuickBooks, Xero, and Google Sheets-based reporting.

• Willingness to utilize AI tools to develop scalable processes.

• Entrepreneurial mindset—demonstrated experience in building something or a desire to do so.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans fully covered by the company.

• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 3% company match.

• New employees receive 15 vacation days, 6 personal days, and 10 sick days to start.