Corporate Finance (Business Valuation), Associate - Assistant Manager

kpmg services pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Services Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a valuation professional with 2–5 years’ experience to lead independent valuations of businesses, assets and financial instruments. You will build financial models, support forecasts, and help win new work while maintaining strong client relationships.

You will mentor junior staff and collaborate closely with Partners on engagements and business development initiatives. A strong background in accounting/finance and CFA/FRM is preferred.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic background preferably with a professional qualification in accounting/finance/CFA/FRM.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years’ valuation experience acquired with the valuation practice within an accounting and/or professional services firm.
• Strong grasp of business and intangible assets valuation concepts; proficiency in financial instruments valuation is a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving and presentation/report writing skills, combined with a good understanding of business dynamics and commercial value drivers.
• A self-motivated individual who understands financial issues within a commercial context and is able to operate within a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and develop good relationships with senior management and Partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of valuation engagements for businesses, assets and financial instruments.
• Produce and analyze financial models underpinning forecasts and valuations.
• Pitch for new work and present proposals to clients.
• Build and maintain client relationships before, during and after engagements.
• Supervise, train and mentor associates and interns on valuation services.
• Collaborate with Partners and staff on client management and business development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Report writing

Business acumen

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CFA/FRM qualification

Job description

• Leading in the execution of valuation engagements.
• Performing independent valuations for businesses, tangible and intangible assets and financial instruments including equity and debt securities, derivatives and options, for mergers and acquisitions, litigation support, financial reporting and restructuring.
• Producing and analyzing financial models and assessing commercial data which underlie financial forecasts.
• Leading in pitching for new work, including the preparation and presentation of proposals.
• Building and maintaining client relationships before, during and after engagements.
• Supervising, training, and mentoring associates and interns on valuation and valuation-related services.
• Working closely with Partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development activities.

Job Requirements

• Relevant academic background preferably with a professional qualification in accounting/finance/CFA/FRM.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years’ valuation experience acquired with the valuation practice within an accounting and/or professional services firm.
• Strong grasp of business and intangible assets valuation concepts; proficiency in financial instruments valuation is a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving and presentation/report writing skills, combined with a good understanding of business dynamics and commercial value drivers.
• A self-motivated individual who understands financial issues within a commercial context and is able to operate within a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and develop good relationships with senior management and Partners.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team, personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.