Transaction Services Manager/Associate Director

KPMG International Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Annual Leave

Family Leave

Emergency Childcare

Social Events

Early Fridays

Relocation Assistance

Learning & Development

Job summary

KPMG Ireland is seeking a Transaction Services Manager/Associate Director in Dublin to lead financial analysis, deliver projects, and present findings to clients within a busy deal advisory environment. Hybrid work is offered, with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and influence service delivery standards.

The role requires a qualified accountant with at least five years’ experience in M&A/due diligence, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and a proactive, business‑driven

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of work experience.
• Experience in M&A/due diligence transactions.
• Strong interest in deal advisory and M&A activity.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, drive and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Managing and developing junior colleagues
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our service delivery and practice

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Drive and enthusiasm

Education

Chartered Accountant or equivalent

Job description

Transaction Services Manager/Associate Director

Basic Information

Location: Dublin

Business Area: Deal Advisory

Description and Requirements

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 wants 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 you can achieve, and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Manager/Associate Director within our Transaction Services team?

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

Grade: Manager/Associate Director

Contract type: Permanent

A snapshot of your peer group:

• A qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
• At least 5 years previous work experience
• Transactions experience in a M&A / due diligence environment
• A keen interest in deal advisory and M&A activity
• 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:

• 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
• Managing and working alongside, and developing, junior colleagues
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our own service delivery and practice

Your team:

KPMG Transactions Services is the leading firm in Ireland 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, giving team members the widest exposure to acquisition and financing related activity.

Benefits:

• 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 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.

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

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.