SA/AM - Corporate Finance (Deals) (Petaling Jaya)

KPMG in Malaysia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Associate / Assistant Manager in their Corporate Finance practice. The candidate will assist clients in achieving their deal and growth objectives through detailed financial analysis and strategy development. Ideal applicants will have a relevant degree and 2-4 years of experience in advisory firms, showcasing strong analytical and communication skills. This role is crucial for delivering advisory services across several sectors, collaborating with both private and public organizations.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years experience in advisory/consulting, Assurance, and Financial Modelling.
• Self-motivated, independent worker with analytical and writing skills.
• Proficient in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quantitative analysis and build financial projections.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to gather information.
• Assist in preparation of reports and deliverables to clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, CFA, economics, engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power Point

Microsoft Word

Power BI

Job description

Descriptions

KPMG Corporate Finance practice provides advisory services to support clients throughout their deal cycle and growth initiatives. Our services are broadly categorized into the following segments:

1. Valuation (business/shares, intangible assets, financial reporting fair value, litigation support)
2. Deal Advisory (M&A deal advisory & support, transaction structuring, investment appraisal, etc.)
3. Strategy (Corporate and capital market advisory, business plan, feasibility/commercial/market study, financial modelling, etc.)

Responsibilities

In the Corporate Finance practice, you will work as part of a team of deal and strategy advisors, assisting private and public organizations towards their deal and growth objectives.

As a Senior Associate / Assistant Manager, you are expected to execute delivery of assignments in one or more of our services segments. The scopes and responsibilities, amongst others, include the following:

1. Understand client's requirements, problem statements, deal or transaction objectives, etc.
2. Perform detailed quantitative analysis – financial analysis (historical and forecast), build/review financial projections model/valuation model, challenge assumptions, benchmarking exercise, and financial modelling, and investment appraisal techniques.
3. Perform research and qualitative assessment – industry and market studies and analysis, research and case studies, and risk factors analysis.
4. Participate as project team member in brainstorming sessions with Director / Partner
5. Participate as project team member in meetings with clients and other advisers/stakeholders
6. Communicate with clients and third parties for gathering and compilation of information and data.
7. Assist in preparation of reports and other deliverables to clients
8. Assist Director / Partner in preparation of pitch proposals

Requirements

• Minimum a Bachelor’s degree and/or professional qualifications in accounting, finance, CFA, economics, engineering (and pursuing CFA, finance or accounting)
• 2 to 4 years working experience in accounting advisory firms/consulting firms in the field of Assurance, Transaction Services, Strategy, Valuation and/or Financial Modelling services.
• Team player, working collaboratively to achieve common objectives
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Possess analytical, articulation and writing skills, and good understanding of commercial and business dynamics
• Proficient in both verbal and written English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI

Closing Date:Dec. 31, 2025

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.