Senior Executive/Assistant Manager – Transaction Services

BDO Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Malaysia is seeking a Senior Executive/Assistant Manager for Transaction Services to support financial due diligence and deal advisory engagements. You will conduct financial analysis, prepare due diligence working papers, and develop financial models, while collaborating with senior team members to deliver high quality insights for clients.

The role requires a recognised degree in Finance/Accounting and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong English communication and IFRS/MFRS

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Professional Accountancy Qualification.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in audit or transaction advisory.
• Experience in financial modelling is highly valued.
• Excellent command of English and strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and gather key information to support transaction services engagements
• Prepare due diligence working papers, financial findings, and client deliverables with accuracy
• Support senior team members in preparing due diligence reports and presenting insights to clients
• Develop and review financial models for financial modelling engagements
• Perform desktop research on prospective target companies, industries, and trends
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients to ensure smooth engagement execution
• Ensure timelines and quality standards are met for engagement delivery

Skills

Financial analysis

Report writing

Presentation skills

IFRS/MFRS knowledge

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Professional Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Executive/Assistant Manager – Transaction Services

Senior Executive/Assistant Manager – Transaction Services

Level: Experienced

BDO in Malaysia is part of the leading global professional services network, BDO International, providing audit, tax, advisory, business and outsourcing services to clients across diverse industries. With over 60 years of experience, we are supported by more than 1,200 professionals — including over 200 Partners and Directors — across offices in Malaysia, Brunei, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam.

At BDO, we shape what matters:

We grow together, to reach higher.

We collaborate, show up for one another, and build meaningful relationships — growing our careers in a workplace where we can thrive and belong.

We shape solutions, to go further.

We take ownership of our careers, stay curious, and are brave to share new ideas and shape how things are done.

We build trust, to lead purposefully.

Trust and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, leading with purpose while delivering quality outcomes.

Whether you’re starting or advancing your career, you won’t do it alone. From building meaningful careers for our people to shaping solutions for our clients, at BDO, we do it together. Come and shape what matters with us.

Overview

Our transaction services team recognises the complexities of business deals and assists clients in the evaluation of business opportunities and the completion of successful transactions.

Whether a transaction requires pre-acquisition or post-acquisition assistance, our team of experienced professionals are able to combine their commercial and financial experience as well as depth of industry knowledge to meet our clients’ needs.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and gather key information to support transaction services engagements
• Prepare due diligence working papers, financial findings, and client deliverables with a high level of accuracy, clarity, and attention to detail
• Support senior team members and engagement directors in preparing due diligence reports and presenting key financial insights to clients
• Assist in the development and review of financial models for financial modelling engagements
• Perform comprehensive desktop research and background analysis on prospective target companies, industries, and market trends
• Assist in client and engagement acceptance processes, including the preparation of relevant documentation to ensure compliance with BDO’s internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients to obtain relevant information, resolve queries, and support the smooth execution of engagement
• Contribute to the overall delivery of transaction services projects by ensuring timelines, quality standards, and engagement requirements are met

Education and professional skills / knowledge

Experience & Education:

• A recognised degree in Finance, Accounting and/or Professional Accountancy Qualification
• At least 3years of relevant work experience, preferably gained in an audit or a transaction advisory environment.
• Experience in Financial modelling is highly valued

Other skills:

• Strong understanding of International/Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS/MFRS)
• Proficiency in financial analysis, report writing, and presentation skills
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel is an added advantage
• A proactive team player with strong initiative, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English. Proficiency in additional languages, such as Mandarin, is an advantage