Senior, Capital Equipment: Valuation, Modelling and Economics

Running a business is all about making intelligent decisions, powered by accurate information. As a Capital Equipment Valuation Senior/Manager, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. When you join our industry-leading team, you’ll be right at the heart of that challenge, working with leading business tools and methodologies to provide to some of the most sophisticated clients around.

The opportunity

EY has an established industry leading Strategy and Transactions 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.

The Capital Equipment team in our Valuations, Modelling & Economics (VME) group works on a wide variety of assignments, from office-based to national and international travel; small to large clients; from an assignment that lasts a couple of days to very large assignments working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior, you have the opportunity to work within our Capital Equipment Valuation team.  You will be responsible for leading and participating in valuation and financial analyses and applying capital equipment appraisal theories and approaches, including: gathering relevant supporting information; analyzing equipment, market and research information; participating in the formulation of valuation approaches; developing valuation models; reviewing third party appraisals and the preparation of valuation reports for a variety of matters including tax and financial reporting.  You will expand and strengthen existing client relationships by participating in internal and external business development activities.

Skills and attributes for success

• Analyze the assets subject to valuation;
• Create the valuation model underlying your value conclusions;
• Document your findings in a comprehensive report detailing your valuation procedures and results;
• Review capital equipment valuation reports and prepare your report of findings;
• Establish relationships with client personal at appropriate levels;
• Manage your time to budgets and communicate progress against plan to the project manager; and
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing your technical and other knowledge, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance or accounting with demonstrated aptitude in quantitative and qualitative analysis;
• Senior: 3+ years plant and equipment valuation experience
• Previous work experience within a Big 4 valuation or a major appraisal firm.
• ASA (Machinery & Technical Specialty), AIC and/or RICS accreditation is an advantage.
• Strong MS Office skills in particular MS Excel modeling skills.
• Experience within a national valuation firm or experience in an accounting, insurance or engineering firm;
• Proficient in working with Microsoft Excel/Word/Power Point;
• Ability to understand and interpret financial data, commercial documentation and reports, draw appropriate conclusions and make recommendations.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience performing and reviewing tangible asset valuations for financial reporting and tax purposes would be advantageous
• Analytical, proactive and eager to learn and grow, with strong communication and interpersonal skills both internally and in client facing situations.

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for Strategy and Transaction Services and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.

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 to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future.  Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• 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

Diversity and Inclusion at EY 

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.