Associate, External Financial Advisory — Indigenous Markets

MNP; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national consulting firm in Canada seeks a CPA or near-CPA to join its External Financial Advisory team in Montreal. The role involves building financial models and supporting buy-side transactions, with a focus on delivering meaningful financial advisory services to Indigenous governments and businesses. Candidates should have 3-4 years of experience, excellent Microsoft Excel proficiency, and be bilingual in French and English. The firm offers extensive benefits, including paid time off, a pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Group pension plan with 4% matching contribution

Wellness subsidy

Health and dental benefits

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex topics to executives and community stakeholders.
• Experience with M&A, private equity, or transaction finance is an asset.
• Professional or personal experience with Indigenous communities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build, refine, and audit financial models that drive investment decisions.
• Support buy-side transactions and partnership evaluations.
• Develop high-quality PowerPoint presentations and client deliverables.
• Conduct detailed research and data collection.
• Perform in-depth quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Coordinate project logistics and manage work plans.
• Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients.
• Propose, plan and support delivery of consulting engagements.

Skills

CPA designation (or near-complete)

3–4 years of relevant experience

Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Bilingual in French and English

Education

Recent or newly designated CPA

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A leading national consulting firm in Canada seeks a CPA or near-CPA to join its External Financial Advisory team in Montreal. The role involves building financial models and supporting buy-side transactions, with a focus on delivering meaningful financial advisory services to Indigenous governments and businesses. Candidates should have 3-4 years of experience, excellent Microsoft Excel proficiency, and be bilingual in French and English. The firm offers extensive benefits, including paid time off, a pension plan, and professional development opportunities.