Deals Accountant

PwC Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,100 - 97,900; Full time

Job summary

PwC Australia is seeking a Deals Advisor to deliver tailored financial insights and rigorous analysis across M&A, capital financing and corporate strategy. You’ll work with clients across diverse industries to create, realise, and protect value throughout the deal lifecycle.

Based in an PwC office in Australia, you will coach junior team members, develop digital expertise, and collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to drive high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in consulting, advisory or client-facing corporate environments within a Deals or transaction environment.
• Postgraduate qualifications such as CA/CPA, CFA, MBA, Masters in Finance or Applied Finance are highly regarded.
• Commercial mindset with expertise in data manipulation, integrated financial modelling, business and asset valuation, financial due diligence (FDD), cashflow analysis.
• Ability to handle multiple and varied projects simultaneously while delivering quality outcomes.
• Good understanding of the Australian market, including corporate finance principles, capital markets, industry analysis, business valuations, mergers & acquisitions, IPOs, and associated risk management practices.
• Experience in preparing detailed, insightful reports that drive informed decisions.
• Excellent collaboration skills with strong verbal communication, business writing and advanced Excel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Understand each client’s unique challenges to deliver tailored, actionable insights
• Produce high-quality financial reports and data-driven analysis that enable smarter business decisions
• Support clients in making value-driven business decisions by providing commercial insights and rigorous analysis
• Conduct financial investigations and prepare comprehensive reports advising on business purchases, sales, mergers and capital financing
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial data within PwC processes
• Embrace and integrate emerging technologies and innovative tools to enhance client engagements and develop digital expertise
• Strengthen PwC Deals brand by leveraging PwC’s service offerings and contributing to sector research thought leadership
• Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation

Due diligence

Cashflow analysis

Excel (advanced)

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

CA/CPA

CFA

MBA

Masters in Finance/Applied Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: This role could be based out of any of our PwC offices in Australia

About Us

At PwC Australia, our clients count on us when the stakes are high – and that’s where you come in. As a Deals Advisor, you’ll be instrumental in delivering tailored financial insights and rigorous analysis that guide clients through complex transactions and transformations. You’ll work closely with clients across diverse industries including M&A, capital financing and corporate strategy to create, realise, and protect value throughout the entire deal lifecycle.

Why PwC?

At PwC Australia, your skills meet purpose. We tackle big challenges across industries like finance, technology, energy, and health—giving you the chance to make a real impact. Here, your growth is our priority. You’ll work with leading teams, explore new technologies, and unlock your full potential. Join a global community of more than 370,000 people who value bold ideas, collaboration, and lasting change. Together, we’re building trust and shaping the future.

What you’ll do:

• Understand each client’s unique challenges to deliver tailored, actionable insights
• Produce high-quality financial reports and data-driven analysis that enable smarter business decisions
• Support clients in making value-driven business decisions by providing commercial insights, technical expertise and providing rigorous, well-reasoned analysis
• Conduct financial investigations and prepare comprehensive reports advising on business purchases, sales, mergers and capital financing
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial data within
• Embrace and integrate emerging technologies and innovative tools to enhance client engagements and continuously develop your digital expertise
• Strengthen your brand within Deals by leveraging PwC’s broad service offerings and contributing to sector research thought leadership
• Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience and solid financial technical skills gained in consulting, advisory or client-facing corporate environments within a Deals or transaction environment
• Postgraduate qualifications such as CA/CPA, CFA, MBA, Masters in Finance or Applied Finance are highly regarded and add depth to your commercial acumen
• A commercial mindset with expertise in data manipulation, integrated financial modelling, business and asset valuation, financial due diligence (FDD), cost and risk management, cashflow analysis, and problem solving with lateral thinking
• Ability to handle multiple and varied projects simultaneously while delivering quality outcomes
• Good understanding of the Australian market, including corporate finance principles, capital markets, industry analysis, business valuations, mergers & acquisitions, IPOs, and associated risk management practices
• Experienced in preparing detailed, insightful reports that drive informed decisions
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to build strong relationships, combined with strong verbal communication, excellent business writing and advanced Excel capabilities
• Professional qualifications in accounting, law, business, commerce, or finance that demonstrate your strong foundational expertise

What you could gain:

• The opportunity to work with leading organisations and cutting-edge technology that challenge and expand your expertise.
• Flexibility means trusting you to choose when, where, and how you work—balancing what’s best for you, your team, and your clients to grow and thrive together.
• Clear paths for career progression supported by continuous learning and leadership development.
• Generous leave entitlements including four weeks’ annual leave and float public holidays to support your work-life balance.

We know that perks are as important as your financial rewards. Explore all the benefits that PwC has to offer here: https://bit.ly/4fFLA3z

The minimum salary for a Senior Associate in this role is AUD 89,000 including superannuation. Higher grades will receive a salary range above this in line with the salary bands for these positions.

We’re committed to treating all our job applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, neurodivergence, or any other protected characteristic.We want you to have every opportunity to thrive in our selection process. In the application form, you can let us know what adjustments you require during our recruitment process and/or any workplace accommodations you anticipate needing to help you perform your role.

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