Corporate Finance, Valuation, Associate Director

KPMG SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Singapore is looking for a Valuation Specialist to lead valuation engagements. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of valuation experience, primarily in accounting or professional services. Key responsibilities include producing independent valuations for businesses and financial instruments, building client relationships, and mentoring juniors. Candidates should have strong analytical and presentation skills, with a professional qualification in accounting or finance.

Benefits

Flexible working framework

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of valuation experience in an accounting or professional services firm.
• Good understanding of business and intangible assets valuation concepts.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation engagements and analyse financial models.
• Produce independent valuations for businesses and financial instruments.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Financial analysis

Education

Professional qualification in accounting/finance/CFA/FRM

Job description

KPMG’s Valuation Services includes more than 1,200 professionals in KPMG member firms across more than 50 countries around the globe. Our network has experience in a wide range of major industries and familiarity with local regulatory and M&A marketplaces. KPMG Singapore is a leading valuation practice in Asia Pacific and is among the most diverse teams in the region. We are continually searching for talented individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities

• 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 analysing 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.

Requirements

• Excellent academic background preferably with a professional qualification in accounting/finance/CFA/FRM.
• Ideally minimum 8 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.