Director, M&A Integration Communications

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 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 Growth team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio Advisory Group, LLC is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Director, M&A Integration Communications to join their dynamic team.

The Director of M&A Integration Communications leads the vision, strategy, and execution of all communications related to Aprio’s mergers and acquisitions. This role ensures that employees, clients, and stakeholders are informed, engaged, and aligned throughout the lifecycle of a transaction, from announcement through full integration. The Director will supervise the Integration Communications Team and oversee all integration-related messaging, change management communications, and external positioning. The Director is a member of Aprio’s Global Corporate Communications Team.

Responsibilities::
• Set the vision and strategy for all M&A integration communications, ensuring alignment with Aprio’s business goals and culture.
• Lead cross-functional communication planning for mergers and acquisitions, partnering with executive leadership, HR, and integration teams.
• Serve as the primary advisor to senior leadership on communications related to integration, change management, and cultural alignment.
• Develop executive messaging and change narratives for firm-wide announcements, leadership communications, and sensitive transition topics.
• Design and implement measurement frameworks to assess communication effectiveness, employee engagement, and stakeholder sentiment during integrations.
• Champion best practices and innovation in integration communications, continuously improving processes and tools.
• Supervisory & Team Development Responsibilities:
• Supervise and mentor members of the Integration Communications team, providing strategic direction, professional development, and quality assurance for all deliverables.
• Oversee the execution of communications for newly combined firms and lateral partners, ensuring an exceptional transition experience.

Qualifications::
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years in corporate communications, with experience in M&A or transformation initiatives.
• Experience working cross-functionally, especially across marketing, HR, finance, and IT.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Exceptional strategy development, writing, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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.