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Manager/Senior Manager - Transaction Diligence, Strategy and Transactions

Strategy and Transactions

Requisition # PER001GB

Post Date Jan 11, 2021

The Covid-19 pandemic is creating seismic challenges around the world. Our purpose, to build a better working world, has never been more important. Life at EY has been transformed dramatically but our strong culture of flexible and remote working has helped EY people navigate new ways of working and remain connected with each other and our clients.

A better working world truly starts with the people at EY who are building it every day. Now more than ever we need talented people from diverse backgrounds to help our clients navigate the complexities of this Transformative Age: people with the passion, curiosity and drive to make things better.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Manager/Senior Manager within the Transaction Diligence team in ourPerth office.

As part of our Transaction Diligence team you will work with many of the world’s largest organisations, fastest-growing companies and private equity firms on some of the most complex deals in the global market. Through analysis of financial, commercial and operational data, our industry-aligned transaction diligence professionals add true value to clients, providing insights to key decision-makers that help them increase value, and reduce the risks and uncertainty inherent in transactions. You will help to identify key value drivers, challenge assumptions about future performance, search for and advise on hidden value, and work with other EY service teams to deliver an integrated approach to our clients before, during and after the transaction.

Your KeyResponsibilities

• Manage and participate in due diligence engagements related toacquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers

• Analyse financial/operational results of targets through reviewingaccounting records and conducting interviews with management

• Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information

• Identify issues that impact purchase price and deal structuring

• Identify post-acquisition action stepsto achieve anticipated earnings/cash flow improvements

• Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations

• Be responsible for project team management

• Support the personal and professional development of junior staff

• Identify business development opportunities and assist Partnersand Directors on proposals and new business opportunities by participating inthe proposal process, building client relationships and demonstrating knowledgeof client business

Skills and attributesfor success

• A Bachelors orMasters degree in accounting, business, finance or economics preferred

• At least 5-7year of related work experience, with transaction diligence or M&Atransactions experience preferred, or a background in external audit orrestructuring with more recent experience in transaction diligence

• memberof the Institute of Chartered Accountants, or international equivalent

• Stronganalytical and interpersonal skills

• Highly effectivewritten and verbal communication skills and a dedicationto teamwork

• A strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to new challenges andideas in a collaborative team environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Astrong work ethic and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas in acollaborative team environment

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your performance. In addition, our comprehensivepackage can be tailored to your individual needs, to give you the freedom to manage your role in a way that’s right for you. This includes;

• a variety of flexibleworking and leave arrangements

• personalisedincluding coachingand support to help you build your career and access to formal learning so youcan develop the skills you’ll need to thrive in the future

• a range of tools and benefits to guide and supportyour health and wellbeing throughout your entire EY career

About EY

At EY, we hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. Through our inclusive leadership behaviours, a variety of internal networks, flexible working and mentoring programs, you will have the support and flexibility to build an exceptional career.

EY is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for people with disability. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via

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