EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Finance - Director - Multiple Locations

EY-Parthenon; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 205,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

EY-Parthenon is seeking a professional for their Strategy and Execution Deal Finance practice in Chicago. This role demands managing complex finance projects for Fortune 500 clients, focusing on delivering value through a strong commercial mindset and excellent analytical capabilities.

The successful candidate will lead buy and sell side initiatives, utilizing their M&A expertise and consulting skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary between $205,000 and $235,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related work experience or 3 years with a graduate degree.
• Experience in Finance integrations, divestitures, and carve-outs.
• In-depth knowledge of finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage buy side and sell side projects.
• Develop and execute transaction strategies across sectors.
• Oversee operational planning and post-deal integration.

Skills

Project Management

Business Acumen

Consulting Skills

M&A Expertise

Relationship Building

Continuous Learning

AI Tool Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics

Graduate degree or MBA preferred

Job description

Location: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Hoboken, Houston, Los Angeles, McLean, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle

Overview

EY-Parthenon's Strategy and Execution Deal Finance (M&A) practice works on the most complex and high‑profile global transactions for Fortune 500 CFOs across diverse industry sectors. The role involves managing and executing buy side and sell side projects, focusing on the CFO agenda and Finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage buy side and sell side projects, collaborating with client service teams.
• Develop and execute transaction strategies across sectors.
• Oversee pre‑deal operational planning to post‑deal integration planning and tracking.
• Deliver value to clients through strong commercial mindset.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Project Management: collaborate with diverse teams across EY.
• Business Acumen: drive value for clients in a fast‑paced environment.
• Consulting Skills: problem solving, critical thinking, communication.
• M&A Expertise: knowledge of due diligence, transaction strategies and execution.
• Relationship Building: influence senior clients and decision makers.
• Continuous Learning: develop technical and personal skills.
• AI Tool Proficiency: leverage firm‑approved AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 5 years of related work experience; or graduate degree with approximately 3 years of related work experience. MBA preferred.
• Experience in Finance integrations, divestitures, and/or carve‑outs including transaction strategy, operating model, org design, synergies, TSAs, etc.
• In‑depth knowledge of finance functions (accounting, reporting, budgeting, order‑to‑cash, procure‑to‑pay, financial systems) and significant management consulting experience.
• Proven ability to manage complex business environments and synthesize solutions for integration/divestiture challenges.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, influencing, and relationship‑building skills.
• Residency within commutable distance to the office location.
• Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.

Benefits

• Compensation range $205,000 to $235,000 (USA) with performance‑based rewards.
• Medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, paid time off and flexible vacation policy.
• Hybrid work model: 40‑60% on‑site client engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.