Senior, Financial Advisory (Valuation)

FORVIS MAZARS CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Singapore is seeking a Valuation Senior Associate to lead valuation engagements, perform market research, and provide valuable insights for cross-border assignments. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and relevant certifications, along with strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proficiency in English and Mandarin is advantageous, as well as familiarity with valuation methodologies and financial reporting standards.

Qualifications

• At least 2 – 4 years of relevant experience in valuation or corporate finance.
• Able to work independently with little supervision.
• Familiar with valuation methodologies and approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation engagements for business enterprises and intangible assets.
• Perform market and industry research.
• Extract and analyze financial data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Fluent in English

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

CFA, CVA, RICS or ASA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

S&P CIQ

Mergermarket

Refinitiv

Job description

The Valuation Senior Associate will be a part of our Singapore office, which is the center of excellence within APAC, and will have the opportunity to work on cross‑border assignments within the region. This role will not only be valuations‑focused but will also have opportunities to work on other Deals advisory related assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation engagements for business enterprises, intangible assets, financial instruments, and purchase price allocations (PPA)
• Perform market and industry research
• Extract and analyse financial data to identify operational and business trends, key risks, and to assess earnings and financial position impacting valuation of a target
• Develop financial models and review financial projections, identify key value drivers, and assess underlying assumptions
• Prepare and deliver high quality reports in accordance with relevant international valuation standards and/or financial reporting standards
• Take the lead in guiding and training juniors in valuation matters
• Assist the manager or partner in business development and preparing project proposals, engagement letters, marketing materials and technical documents

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Relevant certifications (CFA, CVA, RICS or ASA) is a plus
• At least 2 – 4 years of relevant experience in valuation or corporate finance with a reputable firm
• Depending on the nature of the project, overseas travel will be required.
• Able to work independently with little supervision
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Fluent in English and proficiency in Mandarin is a strong plus (due to the need to liaise with Chinese speaking clients)
• Familiar with valuation methodologies and approaches
• Familiar with the use of research/technical tools such as S&P CIQ, Mergermarket, Refinitiv
• Familiar with Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, IFRS and US GAAP
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word