Data Analytics – Transaction Services - Director

KPMG Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Health Insurance

Additional Annual Leave

Enhanced Family Leave

Emergency Childcare Cover

Social Events

Early Finish Fridays

Relocation Assistance

Learning & Development

Job summary

KPMG Ireland is seeking a Data Analytics Director within Deal Advisory to lead analytics engagements across M&A and financial due diligence. The role blends technical leadership with client delivery, guiding teams and shaping analytics strategy.

The role sits in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with hybrid work across Belfast and Dublin, and ongoing opportunities for career growth and involvement in advanced data solutions and AI techniques.

Qualifications

• At least seven to ten years of relevant experience in an M&A Deals / FP&A / Financial Accounting environment.
• Professional qualifications accountants or equivalent (ACA/ACCA/CFA/CIMA).
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1).
• Proficient with Alteryx, Power BI, Excel, Tableau and/or SQL, Python, R or other ETL tools.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills; ability to translate complex data into insights.
• Experience in senior project management, coordinating staff, clients and partners in delivering outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Deal Analytics engagements, working with financial due diligence and commercial strategy teams to turn complex data into insights.
• Manage delivery across multiple deals and develop analytics colleagues and improve methodologies.
• Design and oversee analytics solutions, models, reports and dashboards from data sets.
• Prioritise and manage several deliverables across multiple deals.
• Contribute to the structured implementation of KPMG data solutions and methodologies.
• Develop and oversee training and risk management processes within the analytics team.

Skills

M&A knowledge

Analytical skills

Project management

Data storytelling

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (min 2:1)

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Excel

Tableau

SQL

Python

R

Job description

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Data Analytics Director within Deal Advisory?

Location: Belfast/ Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Director

Contract type: Perm

A Snapshot Of Your Peer Group

• At least seven to ten years of relevant experience in a M&A Deals / FP&A / Financial Accounting environment
• Preference will be given to candidates who are professionally qualified accountants or hold similar recognised financial qualifications (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1)
• Highly proficient with Alteryx, Microsoft Power BI, Excel, Tableau and/or SQL, Python, R or other ETL tools.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills and the confidence to efficiently translate and communicate complex and large datasets into meaningful insights.
• Leveraging your technical skills to incorporate AI techniques, aligning with latest market best practice and knowledge of data solutions, modelling and analysis.
• Experience in senior project management, including planning, organising, coordinating and managing staff, clients and partners in delivering successful project outcomes.
• Desire to work in fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment and strong interpersonal and communication skills, drive and enthusiasm are a pre-requisite for this role

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Lead Deal Analytics engagements, working with financial due diligence and commercial strategy teams within a M&A deals environment to turn complex transactional and operational data into clear insights for clients. Manage delivery across multiple deals, develop analytics colleagues and contribute to improvements in our methodologies and service delivery.
• Project leadership to assess, capture, and translate complex business issues and requirements into structured analytics use cases and the curation of appropriate data driven insights and opportunities by integrating findings into project-based deliverables within a deal focused environment.
• Design and oversight on building efficient data analytics solutions and models, reports and dashboards from transactional and operational data sets based on business requirements
• Effectively prioritising and managing several deliverables across multiple deals
• Contributing to the structured implementation of KPMG proprietary data solutions and methodologies
• Developing and implementing robust operational protocols for the analytics team and contributing to the continuous improvement of our service delivery and practice
• Managing engagement staff to provide real time feedback and guidance to clients and diligence teams to help ensure timely and efficient product delivery
• Responsibility for coaching and performance management of analytics staff within the department, including developing and leading internal training, supporting processes for risk management, project resourcing and market and business development initiatives.

Your Team

KPMG Transactions Services is the leading firm in Ireland in assisting clients in areas including financial, tax and commercial due diligence, pre and post deal evaluation, sell-side assistance, financing and refinancing assistance, contractual discussions and integration. We assist our clients with capital markets transactions including initial public offerings, class 1 transactions, reverse takeovers and fundraisings.

We work on project-type engagements lasting from several weeks to several months, working extensively with significant corporates, domestic and international banks, other financial institutions, private equity and other investment funds offering team members the widest exposure to acquisition and financing related activity.

Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career

Benefits Tailored For You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential.

Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.

KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Niamh McRory.

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