M&A Assistant Manager

Job description

Job purpose

 

As a Senior within the Transaction Advisory Services team, you'll participate in M&A engagements related to transactions involving private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers, you'll analyze the financial and operational results of companies targeted for sale by reviewing accounting records and participating in interviews with management. You'll make technical contributions to valuation client engagements and internal projects. You will contribute technically to modelling engagements. You'll develop the ability to build a cash flow financial model and be able to contribute to the drafting of the financial sections of tender documentation. You'll work effectively as a team member by demonstrating your commitment to quality, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress. And as an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and support their development.

 

Your client responsibilities

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Prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation

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Perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicly available information

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Assist in researching technical accounting issues to evaluate implications on transaction valuation and structuring

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Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties

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Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel

 

Your people responsibilities

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Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff

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Contribute to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining Transaction Support professionals

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Maintain an educational program to develop personal skills on an ongoing basis

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Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

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Build strong internal relationships with members of the Transaction Support team and other Ernst & Young services

Technical skills requirements

·    Knowledge of IFRS
·   Additional skills requirements
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 Strong academic record including, a degree

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 Excellent analytical and interpersonal abilities

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 Ability to work well within a team

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 Effective written and verbal communication

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 Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

 

Qualifications

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1 - 2 years expereince in a Corporate Finance Environment.

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Qualified CA (passed Part 1 and 2 of the Board Exam) or is theoretically qualified and in the process of completing articles.

 

Who we are

 

At Ernst & Young we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming with some of the world's most successful companies. And while we encourage you to take personal responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives. At Ernst & Young you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It's how you make a difference.

 

The right transaction can enhance an organization's growth, competitiveness and profitability. Our V&BM professionals play an integral role in helping clients effectively executive their transactions. As a valuation professional at Ernst & Young, you will help global organizations make strategic decisions by providing responsive, objective advice on valuing businesses, shares and assets. As a business modelling professional you will carry out model review, model support and model build services to assist clients with their strategic decisions. Clients will see you as a vital part of their team. Furthermore, you'll gain valuable experience across industries and geographies as a member of a market-leading practice in what is currently the only globally integrated transactions services provider.

 

Please note: Preference will be given to PDI candidates.