Manager - Transaction Diligence

At 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 EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. 

What if your career could have a lasting impact on you, and the World?

At EY we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart.

We bring together extraordinary people like you to build a better working world.

What’s in it for you?

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. 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.

You will also:

• Manage due diligence engagements related to the acquisition or disposal of businesses by private equity investors or strategic corporate buyers 
• Analyse financial/operational results of targets through reviewing accounting records and conducting interviews with management 
• Project manage teams, information flows and manage key stakeholders 
• Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information 
• Identify issues that impact purchase price and deal structuring 
• Based on your analysis write up your findings and recommendations
• Share your technical and other knowledge with your team 
• Play a role in business plan initiatives (e.g. key accounts, recruitment, client service framework) and new business opportunities by building client relationships and demonstrating knowledge of client business 
• Understand the capabilities of the firm and look for opportunities to sell additional services to our clients

What we’re looking for

Here’s our ‘wish list’, but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• Experience in a Transaction Diligence role within a Consulting environment, working independently and with senior stakeholders on multiple engagements 
• A bachelors or master’s degree in accounting, business, finance or economics 
• Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants or international equivalent
• A strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas in a collaborative team environment

What we can offer you

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness
• Understand how our benefits can support you at www.ey.com/au/benefits

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.

At EY we take inclusivity seriously, and we’re committed to removing barriers and improving the employment prospects of people with disability or long-term health conditions. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. 

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