Transactions Diligence Senior Manager by Ernst & Young

• Plans, executes and manages engagements
• Manages client's relationships including key client personnel such as CFO's, CEO's, etc
• Prepares and reviews reports from SaT Client engagements.
• Provides on the job training for less experienced staff, monitoring the performance and preparing meaningful, timely and objective performance evaluations.
• Leads engagements such as project managing, building client relationships and finalizing engagement reports.
• Performs detail and general review prior to partner review and signoff.
• Prepares and monitors budget and profitability analyses for client engagements
• Establishes and maintains client relations while serving as the primary client contact for all engagement
• Supports the firms HR processes including recruitment processes, induction and on-the-job trainings.
• Supports the firms Business Development activities including development of proposal documents and other go-to market activities.
• Presents engagement deliverables at client meetings
• Business development and client relationship management
• Perform sophisticated financial analyses, including quality of earnings, working capital assessments, and cash flow analysis, tailored to the specific technicalities of sectors such as financial services, energy, and others.
• Provide technical expertise in structuring complex deals, including advising on financing mechanisms, tax implications, and accounting treatments specific to each industry.
• Oversee the due diligence process, ensuring that all technical aspects such as financial, tax, operational, and IT due diligence are conducted thoroughly and in accordance with industry standards.
• Ensure that all transaction activities comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including those specific to industries like telecommunications and oil and gas, where regulations may be particularly stringent.
• Supervise the setup and management of virtual data rooms, ensuring that sensitive information is handled securely and that data integrity is maintained throughout the transaction process.
• Provide technical guidance on post-merger integration plans, ensuring that systems, processes, and policies are aligned and that the transition is seamless across different sectors.
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports to stakeholders, highlighting key findings from the due diligence process and providing recommendations based on in-depth sector knowledge.
• Complying with risk management procedures
• Build an internal and external professional network.

• Willing to learn and enthusiastic about a career in Strategy and Transactions
• Work constructively as a team member
• Maintain an educational program to develop personal skills and business acumen
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Bachelor of Commerce or related field.
• Professional qualification: CA, ACCA or CIMA. CFA Charter holder or Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA).
• Masters degree.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant working experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (French will be a plus);

• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of transactions and strategy
• User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge
• High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.

• Work with a bright, friendly, and energetic team
• Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs
• Receive a competitive intern remuneration package

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