Assistant Manager- Strategy and Transactions

K C Mehta & Co LLP; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

K C Mehta & Co LLP, a Vadodara-based advisory firm, seeks an Assistant Manager for Strategy & Transactions to lead end-to-end deal advisory engagements, including M&A and capital raises. You will liaise with investors, corporate executives and financial institutions to deliver buy-side and sell-side services, due diligence and valuation.

The role requires up to 3 years in related fields, strong financial modelling and valuation skills, and the ability to mentor junior team members while

Qualifications

• Education: MBA, CFA, CA, or equivalent finance/accounting qualification.
• Experience: 0-3 years in transaction advisory, FP&A, audit.
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, LBO, Comparable Multiples).
• Excellent problem-solving, reasoning, analytical, and quantitative abilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out financial due diligence including key valuation considerations (QofE, adjusted net debt, normalised working capital, risk analysis).
• Provide buy-side and sell-side support, including data sanitization and management.
• Support clients in capital raising efforts, including private equity, venture capital, and debt financing.
• Assist with IPO processes by coordinating external advisors and preparing investment memos and presentations.
• Collaborate with legal, tax and financial advisors to structure deals efficiently.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation

Analytical abilities

Quantitative skills

Deal advisory

Education

MBA CFA CA

Job description

About Us

K C Mehta & Co LLP is a full-service advisory firm. It was founded 66 years ago in Vadodara as a CA firm and has, over the years, established itself as a global outreach firm, offering a wide spectrum of services including Transaction Advisory, Strategy Consulting, and Startup Incubation Support.

With more than 29 Partners & Directors and a resource pool of more than 400 specialists from various fields (CA, CS, MBA, LLB, Advocates) in its 4 offices (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Vadodara and Dubai), KCM has a unique blend of experienced stalwarts as well as aggressive and creative youngsters.

KCM Philosophy

1. Adherence to ethics is non-negotiable. Integrity and Independence are what we follow in letter and in spirit.

2. Talent - we value, respect and nurture.

3. Service - Of Course, it’s a Service and not a product. The client expects a customised solution to its needs and that's what he gets.

4. Creativity - We believe in drawing a path than simply walking on an already travelled path. Yes, that's not very easy but believe us, it’s very exciting and satisfying.

External Links

http://www.kcmehta.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcmllp/

About The Role

Job Title: Assistant Manager, Strategy & Transactions

Location: Vadodara, Gujarat

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Level: 0 to 3 years

Industry: Professional Services

Role Overview

As Assistant Manager – Strategy & Transactions, you will be part of end-to-end deal advisory engagements and advise clients on financial transactions including M&A as well as private or public market fund raises. You will work closely with investors, corporate executives, and financial institutions to deliver end to end buy-side and sell-side transaction advisory, due diligence, and valuation services.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Advisory & Deal Execution

• 1. Carry out financial due diligence (including key valuation considerations such as Quality of Earnings, adjusted net debt, normalised working capital assessment, risk analysis and mitigation strategies).
• 2. Provide buy-side and sell-side support, including data sanitization and management.
• 3. Support clients in capital raising efforts, including private equity, venture capital, and debt financing.
• 4. Support clients in public fund raise through IPOs by managing the end-to-end IPO process and co-ordinating the efforts of all external advisors and professionals involved.
• 5. Work with legal, tax, and financial advisors to structure deals efficiently.

Financial & Commercial Analysis

• 1. Prepare valuation models, financial projections, and scenario analysis.
• 2. Assess synergies, integration risks, and commercial feasibility of transactions.
• 3. Prepare investment memorandums, pitch books, and board presentations.
• 4. Identify red flags and risks during due diligence and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Team Leadership & Business Development

• 1. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
• 2. Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client pitches.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• 1. Education: MBA, CFA, CA, or equivalent finance/accounting qualification.
• 2. Experience: 0-3 years in transaction advisory, FP&A, audit.
• 3. Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills (DCF, LBO, Comparable Multiples).
• 4. Excellent problem-solving, reasoning, analytical, and quantitative abilities.