Senior Associate, Transaction Diligence, Strategy and Transactions

At SGV/EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help SGV/EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

You will be working in teams with experienced due diligence professionals, where you will learn and develop the skills you need to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. When working on projects you will almost always be working as part of a wider cross service line team.

As you progress your career with SGV/EY, you will have the opportunity to work on more complex transactions, increasingly lead teams, begin to build relationships with our clients and other members of the corporate finance community and take on broader roles within our business.

Your key responsibilities

• Participate in financial due diligence engagements related to transactions involving private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers
• Analyze the financial and operational results of businesses to be acquired or sold through reviewing accounting records and participating in interviews with management
• 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.
• Prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation
• Perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicly available information
• Assist in researching technical accounting issues to evaluate implications on transaction valuation and structuring
• Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Has sense of commitment to meet deadlines
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance with at least two to three years of relevant work experience
• CPA license would be advantageous
• Candidates with lesser experience may be considered for Associate level
• Strong analytical skills, able to analyze financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions
• Strong presentation and report writing skills

Ideally, you'll also have

• A proven record of excellence in audit and/or mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.

What We Offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The Exceptional EY Experience. It’s Yours To Build.

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