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  • Posted: Jan 27, 2022
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    EY exists to build a better working world, helping create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax an...
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    Transaction Diligence Manager - Cape Town 1

    The opportunity
    EY has an established industry leading Transaction Advisory Services Practice.  We help clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right. We are a growing practice that has the resources to serve any client, anywhere in the world. With so many offerings, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative environment through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

     

    Your key responsibilities
    As a Manager, you will be required to lead in executing the due diligence procedures. Understand the engagement scope and assist more junior members in performing the procedures assigned to them. You’ll be responsible for writing significant parts of the report deliverable and communicating findings to the client. Helping our clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right. Our team works to understand profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future performance, and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters. 

     

    Skills and attributes for success

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

    • Participate in due diligence engagements related to acquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers

    • Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information

    • Identify issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring or deal termination

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

    • Evaluate effects of seasonality on cash flow requirements. Perform industry and company research

    • Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations.

    • Manage expectations of service. 

    • Develop people - supervise staff effectively and provide constructive feedback/training and conduct performance reviews

     

    To qualify for the role, you must have

    • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.

    • CPA or CA certification

    • Minimum of 3 years post articles relevant working experience

    • Minimum 2 years of financial due diligence experience

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills - reports need to be ready for Partner review

    • Good Computer skills

    • Project Management Skills

    • People Management Skills

    • Big 4 Corporate Finance experience in Transaction Support Management Role

    • Exposure to large transactions that are complex and involve cross boarder activities

    • Ability to utilise strong local insights to the Due Diligence

    • Africa experience preferable

    • Experience in running multiple projects ssimultaneously

     

    Ideally, you’ll also have

    • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

    • Dedication to teamwork

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

     

    What we look for

    We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them - often in politically charged environments. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

     

    What we offer

    At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

    We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Plus, we offer:

    • Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry

    • Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

    • The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to EY on careers.ey.com to apply

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