Deal Analytics Senior Associate

KPMG International Limited; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; 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 Deal Analytics Senior Associate in Belfast, joining our Transactions Services practice with a hybrid work model. You will develop deep analytics, build dashboards, and deliver data-driven insights for deal and due diligence projects.

The role requires advanced Excel, data manipulation skills and experience with tools like Power BI / Tableau. You will present findings to senior executives and help drive client decisions.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a M&A/FP&A environment or consolidation accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate large datasets efficiently.
• Experience using Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI or Tableau.
• Professional accounting qualification preferred (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, drive and enthusiasm are prerequisites.

Responsibilities

• Work with financial due diligence and commercial strategy teams to provide deep business analytics, develop insightful analysis and integrate findings into project-based deliverables.
• Retrieve, prepare, and process data from sources including transaction databases and operational data.
• Design and build efficient data analytics solutions, models, reports and dashboards.
• Client facing interaction with senior decision-making executives on a day-to-day basis.
• Lead delivery of projects including financial analysis and report writing.
• Present findings and recommendations to clients.
• Support the wider management group within Transaction Services.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of service delivery and practice.

Skills

M&A/FP&A experience

Advanced Excel

Alteryx/Power BI tools

Accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CFA

Analytical and project management

Interpersonal and communication

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CFA)

Tools

Alteryx

Power Query

Power BI

Tableau

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 Deal Analytics Senior Associate?

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

Grade: Senior Associate

Contract type: Perm

A snapshot of your peer group:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in a M&A / FP&A environment / Consolidation Accounting
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to analyse and manipulate large datasets efficiently
• Experience in using one or all of: Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI, Tableau
• Professionally qualified accountant or holder of a recognised financial qualification preferred (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• 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:

• Work with our financial due diligence and commercial strategy teams to provide deep business analytics, develop insightful analysis and integrate findings into project-based product deliverables.
• Involvement in projects to retrieve, prepare, and process data from a variety of sources including transaction databases and operational data.
• Designing and building efficient data analytics solutions and models, reports and dashboards based on business requirements
• Client facing interaction with senior decision‑making executives on a day‑to‑day basis
• Lead delivery of projects including financial analysis and report writing
• Presentation of findings and recommendations to clients
• Providing support to the wider management group within Transaction Services
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our own service delivery and practice

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

Ready to Join Us?

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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