Corporate Finance Associate (Bilingual FR / EN)

PwC - Global; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational financial services firm is looking for an Associate in Corporate Finance to assist in M&A transactions. Candidates must be fluent in English and French and have a background in finance. Responsibilities include conducting financial analysis and research, preparing financial models, and supporting transaction processes. This position requires on-site presence in Montreal, Canada.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive benefits

Flexibility programs for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Fluent in both English and French to support clients and colleagues.
• Experience in accounting firms, investment banking, or private equity is preferred.
• Pursuit of an accounting or finance designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support team on transactions like mergers and acquisitions.
• Conduct research on companies and industries.
• Prepare financial models and marketing pitches.

Skills

Fluency in English and French

Relevant work experience in finance

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling skills

Interest in M&A processes

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics, Corporate Finance, or Commerce

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Capital IQ

Job description

Overview

Line of Service Advisory
Industry/Sector Not Applicable
Specialism Corporate Finance
Management Level Associate
Job Description & Summary

A career in Corporate Finance will provide you the opportunity to deliver innovative deal solutions to our clients, providing advice and support, from initiation through to deal completion. In short, we’re a part of helping some of the world’s leading companies across industries originate, create, execute, and realize value from deals. Through data driven insights we help our clients move in the right direction ensuring maximum value for their company.

Responsibilities

• You will play an essential role as part of a team working on a particular transaction (sale, merger and acquisition (M&A) and financing) Supporting the team in the preparation and presentation of marketing pitches to existing and potential clients

• Conducting thorough research on companies and industries

• Obtaining needed information from available client data and conducting appropriate financial analysis

• Assisting in the preparation of internal and external marketing materials (teaser, confidential information memorandum (CIM), management presentation, etc.)

• Preparing financial models to support analysis in proposals and transaction documentation

• Identifying key strategic & financial buyers/investors

• Managing the transaction’s status reports

• Coordinating a transaction’s due diligence process all the way to close

• And more

• The candidate will be required to work extended hours

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• The successful candidate requires fluency in English, in addition to French as they will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or stakeholders during the course of their employment with PwC Canada

• Relevant work experience– accounting firm, investment banking, venture capital, private equity or commercial banking would be an asset

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics, Corporate Finance and/or Commerce

• Completion or progression toward an accounting or finance designation (CPA, CBV, CFA, MSc or MBA) would be an asset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint)

• Proficiency in Capital IQ as an asset

• Comprehensive financial and accounting skills and understanding of financial modelling and valuation methodologies A keen interest in M&A including but not limited to a basic knowledge of the standard M&A process and an understanding of key local investors

• Eager to participate in business development opportunities and initiatives

• This role doesn’t support completion of the Canadian CPA designation

• This position is required to be on-site. Additional information can be discussed with your interviewer

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Acquisition Strategy, Active Listening, Business Valuations, Buyouts, Capital Raising, Client Confidentiality, Client Management, Client Onboarding, Communication, Contract Negotiation, Contractual Agreements, Corporate Development, Data Analysis, Data Rooms, Deal Sourcing, Deal Structures, Debt Restructuring, Discounted Cash Flow Valuation, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Financial Forecasting {+ 24 more}