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 seeks a valuation professional to lead engagements across businesses and assets, including financial instruments, for M&A, litigation support, financial reporting and restructuring.

You will produce and analyze financial models, assess commercial drivers, and play a key role in winning new work through compelling proposals while building and maintaining strong client relationships with partners and senior management.

Qualifications

• Relevant academic background preferably with a professional qualification in accounting/finance/CFA/FRM.
• Minimum 2–5 years' valuation experience in an accounting/professional services firm.
• Strong grasp of business and intangible assets valuation concepts; proficiency in financial instruments valuation is a plus.
• Analytical, problem solving and presentation/report writing skills; understanding of business dynamics and value drivers.
• Ability to work independently and develop good relationships with senior management and Partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation engagements and supervise teams on valuation assignments.
• Produce and analyze financial models and assess underlying commercial data.
• Pitch for new work; prepare and present proposals to clients.
• Build and maintain client relationships before, during and after engagements.
• Mentor associates and interns on valuation techniques and reports.
• Collaborate with Partners and staff on client management and business development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Report writing

Team collaboration

Independent work

Client relationship building

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or CFA/FRM

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.