Manager, Transaction Diligence

EY; Toronto; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a professional with a minimum of 4 years of experience for a role in strategic advisory. The ideal candidate will lead due diligence engagements, analyze financial performance, and identify key issues impacting transactions. Strong analytical skills, teamwork, and proficiency in Excel and analytics tools like PowerBI are essential. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development and community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Mental health benefits

Generous time off

Exclusive learning programs

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience with 2+ years of diligence experience.
• Strong Excel proficiency and familiarity with analytics tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead due diligence engagements and analyze operational accounting records.
• Identify financial issues impacting deal valuation.
• Build strong relationships across service lines and manage collaboration.

Skills

Leadership in due diligence engagements

Financial analysis

GAAP issues identification

Pro forma financial information preparation

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork dedication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Advanced Excel

PowerBI

Alteryx

Job description

The opportunity

EY has an established industry leading EY-Parthenon 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.

Your key responsibilities

Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global team of transaction specialists who deliver high quality advice to our clients. Our team works to understand profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future performance, and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters.

Skills and attributes for success

• Participate and play a leadership role in due diligence engagements related to acquisitions or divestments by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate players.
• Analyse financial/operational results of targets through analysis of operational accounting records and conducting interviews with management.
• Identify and quantify GAAP issues as they relate to the valuation of the target.
• Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information.
• Analyse carve-out issues, as applicable relating to a buy-side or sell-side project.
• Identify issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring or deal termination.
• Identify post-acquisition/divestiture action steps.
• Evaluate effects of seasonality on cash flow requirements.
• Perform industry and company research.
• Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations and manage expectations of service.
• Develop people including supervising staff effectively, providing constructive feedback/training and conduct performance reviews.
• Build strong relationships across service lines, manage cross-functional collaboration and delivery.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Minimum 4 years of experience with 2+ years of diligence experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.
• CPA or CA, CPA certification (or equivalent)
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Proficiency with analytics tools strongly preferred: familiarity with PowerBI for data visualization and Alteryx for data preparation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to teamwork.
• Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas.
• Willingness to team and learn.
• The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel within Canada and US.

What we look for

We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them - often in politically charged environments. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What we offer

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

Salary

• Toronto: $97,000 to $138,000

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