Transactions Diligence Manager at Ernst & Young

As a Transaction Diligence Manager, you will work on various engagements in the Strategy and Transaction Service Line (SaT) and for clients in the financial services, energy and utilities, oil and gas, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail and consumer products, real estate, etc.



Your client responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:







Plans, executes and manages engagements

Manages client’s relationships including key client personnel such as C.F.Os, C.E.Os, etc

Prepares and reviews reports from SaT Client engagements.

Provides on the job training for less experienced staff, monitoring the performance and preparing meaningful, timely and objective performance evaluations.

Leads engagements such as project managing, building client relationships and finalizing engagement reports.

Performs detail and general review prior to partner review and signoff.

Prepares and monitors budget and profitability analyses for client engagements

Establishes and maintains client relations while serving as the primary client contact for all engagement

Supports the firm’s HR processes including recruitment processes, induction and on-the-job trainings.

Supports the firms Business Development activities including development of proposal documents and other go-to market activities.

Presents engagement deliverables at client meetings

Business development and client relationship management

Conduct thorough financial analysis and build complex financial models to evaluate the financial performance of clients in various sectors.

Perform in-depth market research and industry analysis to understand the competitive landscape, regulatory environment and market trends impacting clients across the different sectors.

Lead and manage the due diligence process, including financial, operational, and legal due diligence to identify risks and opportunities associated with transactions in the targeted sectors.

Provide advice on transaction structuring, including deal negotiation, valuation and post-merger integration planning, tailored to the specific needs of each sector.

Evaluate potential risks related to transactions, such as credit, market, regulatory and environmental risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks for clients in the respective industries.



Your People Responsibilities







Willing to learn and enthusiastic about a career in Strategy and Transactions

Work constructively as a team member

Maintain an educational program to develop personal skills and business acumen

Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures



Qualifications







Degree in Accounting, Finance, Bachelor of Commerce or related field.

Chartered Accountant: CA, ACCA or CIMA. CFA Charter holder.

Masters degree will be an added advantage.

Minimum of 8 years relevant working experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (French will be a plus);



Skills







Self-motivated, positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy

Desire to exceed expectations

Interest in the different fields of transactions and strategy

User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.



We offer you







Work with a bright, friendly, and energetic team

Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs

Receive a competitive intern remuneration package



Who we are:



At EY, 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 EY, 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.



At SaT, we help clients create social and economic value by strategically managing capital and transactions through the EY Capital Agenda framework that looks at Transactions & Corporate Finance, Strategy and Transaction tax.



As a finance professional at EY, you'll work in a high-performing and inclusive environment that offers you great opportunities to develop an interesting and fulfilling career, wherever you are in the world. You will work in multidisciplinary teams to handle complex issues and resolve challenges for leading companies. We'll support you in your professional development, so you achieve your potential.