SGV - Transaction Diligence - Senior Associate

SGV & Co.; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SGV is the leading professional services firm in the Philippines, offering a range of services from assurance to advisory. As a Senior Associate in Transaction Diligence, you will review financials, perform due diligence, and support clients in mergers and acquisitions for informed decision-making.

You will work with a diverse team to deliver insights and risk assessments for deals. You will build relationships with clients, contribute to financial analyses, and help prepare client-ready reports

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess financial and operational data.
• Excellent presentation and report writing capabilities for client deliverables.
• Demonstrated track record in audit and/or mergers/acquisitions roles.
• Experience in a large professional services organization is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in financial due diligence engagements for transactions with private equity groups and strategic buyers.
• Analyze financial and operational results of target companies through records reviews and management interviews.
• Contribute as a proactive team member, ensuring quality, sharing responsibility, and updating senior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Report writing skills

M&A/ due diligence experience

Experience in large professional firms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or finance

CPA license would be advantageous

Job description

SGV is the largest professional services firm in the Philippines. In everything we do, we nurture leaders and enable businesses for a better Philippines. This Purpose is our aspirational reason for being that ignites positive change and inclusive growth.

Our multidisciplinary teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, tax, strategy and transactions, and consulting. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, we help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

At SGV, we develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

Transactions and Corporate Finance – Transaction Diligence

In Transactions and Corporate Finance, we provide expert advice and support to help businesses navigate mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital raising activities. Our services include financial due diligence, valuation, transaction structuring, and strategic advisory. We work closely with clients to maximize value, mitigate risks, and achieve successful transaction outcomes. Our goal is to enable informed decision-making and drive growth through effective corporate finance strategies.

In Transaction Diligence services, we help organizations conduct thorough assessments of potential transactions to identify risks and opportunities. Our offerings include financial analysis, operational reviews, and compliance evaluations tailored to support informed decision-making. We provide detailed insights to enhance understanding of target companies and their market positions, ensuring clients are well-prepared for negotiations. By aligning transaction diligence efforts with strategic objectives, we empower clients to make confident investment decisions and achieve successful outcomes in their mergers and acquisitions.

As a Senior Associate in Transaction Diligence, you will help clients make informed business decisions by reviewing company financials, conducting research, and identifying key trends and risks related to transactions. You will also prepare reports, support project teams, and build strong working relationships with clients.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Participate in financial due diligence engagements related to transactions involving private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers
• Analyze the financial and operational results of businesses to be acquired or sold through reviewing accounting records and participating in interviews with management
• Work effectively as a team member by demonstrating your commitment to quality, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.
• Prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation
• Perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicly available information
• Assist in researching technical accounting issues to evaluate implications on transaction valuation and structuring
• Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel

Skills And Attributes For Success

What we look for

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or finance with at least three years of relevant work experience
• CPA license would be advantageous

Ideally, you’ll also

• Strong analytical skills, able to analyze financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions
• Strong presentation and report writing skills
• A proven record of excellence in audit and/or mergers or acquisitions transactions role.
• Experience gained within another large professional services organization.

What We Offer You

• Developing an extraordinary you – Gain access to world-class training, coaching, and hands‑on experience that will build your skills, sharpen your expertise, and prepare you for leadership opportunities.
• Empowering an extraordinary you – Thrive in a flexible and supportive work environment that prioritizes wellbeing, embraces our values, and helps you achieve both professional success and personal fulfillment.
• Fueling an extraordinary you – Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where collaboration and innovation drive impactful work, and where you’re inspired and challenged by teams who bring out your best.

SyCip, Gorres, Velayo & Co. (“SGV”) is a general professional partnership duly organized and existing under Philippine laws. SGV is also a member firm of the global network of Ernst & Young (“EY”) firms, each of which is a separate and distinct legal entity. Please note that your application will be received and processed by SGV with understanding that you are applying with SGV. As part of the process through this Career Site, you may receive an automated e‑mail notification from an EY email address.

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