Associate - Strategy and Transactions

Associate - Strategy and Transactions

The Opportunity:

We are seeking to grow the origination and execution capacity of the team through the recruitment of a SaT professional at Associate level.

We work across all industries and operate in a broad range of disciplines including:

•           Mergers and acquisitions

•           Valuation, business modelling and economics

•           Transaction due diligence

Your Key Responsibilities

      As an Associate within the SaT team, you will:

• Perform industry and company research utilizing tools such as S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg and Merger markets as well as publicly available information.
• Analyze the financial and operational results of companies targeted by reviewing accounting records and participating in interviews with management.
• Prepare analyses of historical and pro-forma financial information to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation.
• Deliver financial modeling engagements for strategic planning, capital allocation, transaction support, investment appraisal, financial planning, and reporting purposes.
• Perform business valuation for transaction and financial reporting purposes.
• 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.
• Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.

To Qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree majoring in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or other financial related background and/ or equivalent professional qualification [CA/CIMA/ ACCA/ CFA] with demonstrated aptitude in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in similar industry. Prior experience in capital markets, transactions, professional audit would be advantageous.
• Familiarity in using research tools such as S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Merger markets as well as skills to perform deep research using AI tools such as Copilot.
• Strong analytical skills, able to analyze financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions.
• Working knowledge on accounting concepts and principles including IFRS/ SLFRS.
• Sound commercial judgment and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems.
• A passion to provide high quality service to your clients.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

Why EY?

EY is a global leader in Assurance, Tax, and Consulting services, with a network of 250,000 professionals across 150+ countries. We are united by our shared values and a commitment to making a positive impact on businesses, markets, and society.

At EY, you'll gain:

▸ Exposure to a global work environment

▸ Personalized guidance and world-class training

How to Apply?

Email your application to careers@lk.ey.com, addressing it to the Head of HRD. Please mention “Associate - SaT” in the subject line.

Or submit your resume with contact details of two non-related referees to:

Ernst & Young, 109, Rotunda Towers, Rotunda Gardens, Colombo 03.