Transaction Services, Financial Due Diligence, Manager / Associate Director

KPMG SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced leader for their Transaction Services team. The candidate will be responsible for engaging in complex deal advisory work, managing risks, and mentoring junior staff. A strong background in financial qualifications and 8-10 years of relevant experience are essential. Proficiency in Japanese is a must, making this an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to excel in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexi-work framework

Professional development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in global accounting firms.
• Prior experience working in SEA infrastructure transactions is highly regarded.
• Proficiency in Japanese language is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex workstreams effectively.
• Build and sustain relationships with top management.
• Identify and manage risks appropriately.
• Coach and mentor junior staff in the department.

Skills

Strong personal impact

Excellent written and oral communication

Strong analytical skills

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Financial and accounting qualifications such as ACCA, ISCA, CFA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Our deal advisory team provides holistic client solutions for buying, selling, partnering, funding and fixing. The Transaction Services team focuses on due diligence assistance in relation to acquisitions, disposals, public bids / mergers, joint ventures, buy-outs, market entries, financing and other transactions. The team also helps clients identify upside opportunities and risks in their transaction processes to satisfy the due diligence requirements of underwriting banks.

Responsibilities

• Engagement leadership : Effectively leading multiple large, complex workstreams in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.
• Business development : Building, commercialising and sustaining relationships with top management team members. You are required to develop TS offerings focusing on traditional, digital and social infrastructure. You are expected to be comfortable in sharing asset opportunities to clients and provide regularly input into horizon scanning activities.
• Risk management : Identify and manage risks to ensure that the firm's risk management frameworks are implemented appropriately and effectively.
• Team development : Identify and accelerate leadership development in team members by establishing appropriate plans and frameworks with particular emphasis on coaching and skills transfer.
• Personal development : Participate in the career and skills development of more junior staff and acting as a role model for colleagues and clients by living the values of the Firm.
• Performance management : Coaching and mentoring junior staff in the department.
• Deliver quality services : You are required to monitor and deliver high quality service to clients (both internal and external). You are also to be proficient at managing multiple priorities.
• Advisory skills : You are to utilise your extensive skills and experience to provide advice as a trusted adviser.

Experience, skills and qualifications

• Strong academic background with financial and accounting qualifications such as ACCA, ISCA, CFA or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in global accounting firms, with detailed knowledge and understanding of financial due diligence and M&A processes.
• Prior experience working in SEA infrastructure transactions is highly regarded.
• Strong personal impact.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Will be working with Japanese Clients. Proficiency in Japanese language is a must.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions.
• Evidence of working successfully with top management teams at clients.
• Ability to perform consistently under pressure.
• Ability to lead and operate in high performing and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge and experience in basic Microsoft Office applications (including Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
• Enthusiasm to work as part of a team based across multiple geographies to meet challenging client deadlines in a fast paced environment.

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.