Senior Consultant or Manager - Valuation - Financial Services

Could the skills you build here unlock doors anywhere?
 
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? 

You will join our Valuation Modelling and Economics (VME) Sydney team within our Strategy and Transactions (SaT) service line. As part of a global team of 10,000 professionals in 100 countries you will advise clients on preserving, optimising, raising or investing capital. Major groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines and competencies) within SaT include Mergers and Acquisitions, Project Finance, Corporate Restructuring, Operational Transaction Services, Transaction Support, Transaction Tax and Valuation, Modelling and Economics. 

As a Senior Consultant or Manager - Valuation, you will support our clients within the Financial Services industry regarding valuation matters in various contexts including for transactions, portfolio assessment, restructuring and strategic planning. This work usually assists clients in addressing matters relating to commercial, financial reporting, tax, regulatory matters or strategy.

Your key responsibilities:

• Work within small project teams to undertake valuations of businesses and intangible assets. Your work will be for various purposes including management planning, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), tax, financial reporting and disputes. 
• Take ownership for delivery of projects within each team. You will be the key person responsible for managing and preparation of valuation reports and detailed financial modelling and analysis.
• Think critically, identify issues and propose strategies related to the advice being provided. 
• Maintain positive, productive, and professional relationships with client personnel and colleagues

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. 

• Extensive experience in valuation within the Financial Services sector
• A degree in finance, economics, accounting or business, with demonstrated aptitude in quantitative and qualitative analysis 
• Possessing a CFA credential or actively pursuing one
• Direct experience utilising various valuation techniques and methodologies (market comparables, discounted cash flow, etc) for different purposes 
• Experience in financial modelling in MS Excel and related software preferred 
• Experience conducting valuations for accounting and or tax planning purposes is desired 
• Excellent analytical, communication, organisational, interpersonal, and teaming skills  

Ideally, you’ll have

• Having a CA qualification would be beneficial, but it is not essential
• An open, curious mind which can help us to enhance the way we work and bring creative solutions to client’s problems
• Strong teaming skills. We work in teams and pride ourselves on our open, supportive culture
• A strong desire to continually develop themselves and others

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 

• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave 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.  

  
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. 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. 

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. 

Important Notice: End of Year Office Closure

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at EY. Please be advised that our EY Oceania offices will be closed for the end of year shutdown. This will result in a delay in reviewing applications and responding to queries during this period.

• Australia, Fiji, and PNG: Offices will be closed from 20 December 2024 to 3 January 2025 inclusive.
• New Zealand: Offices will be closed from 23 December 2024 to 10 January 2025 inclusive.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. We look forward to reviewing your application and will get back to you as soon as possible once our offices reopen.

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