Strategy Transactions Consultant Jm- Deals Advisory jobs at Ey in Jamaica, Kingston

Your key responsibilities:

• Continually develop technical accounting, tax, and management skills consistent with the firm’s professional development requirements
• Stay current with developments, practice trends and promulgations in the accounting and tax profession
• Perform various accounting and tax duties as required and instructions of the supervisor
• Review and maintain the accounting and bookkeeping records
• Prepare monthly and annual tax returns under the supervision of the senior team members
• Ensure effective communication and information sharing within the team

What we look for:

• Basic knowledge in Georgian taxes and accounting principles
• Education in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or another relevant academic major
• Fluent proficiency in written and spoken Georgian and English
• Enthusiasm for working across borders and flexibility to travel in accordance with client and job requirements
• Proactive mindset with a strong willingness to learn, demonstrating the ability to adapt to new challenges and continuously develop skills in the field of forensics
• Computer literacy in using Microsoft Office programs

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society

Closing date:

How organizations manage their capital today will define their competitive position tomorrow. The Strategy and Transactions service line helps create social and economic value for our clients by helping them make more informed decisions about strategically managing capital and transactions, including raising, investing, optimizing, and preserving capital.

Your key responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial due diligence on merger/acquisition targets, identifying potential risks, integration opportunities, and valuation considerations.
• Assist in sell-side advisory engagements through market assessments, valuation analyses, and preparation of information memoranda.
• Support debt structuring and financing procurement activities, including debt capacity assessment, financial modeling, and negotiation support.
• Analyze working capital needs, seasonality, and other adjustments critical for client negotiations during transaction closes.
• Employ advanced analytical tools and techniques, championing digital solutions within Strategy and Transactions.
• Coordinate effectively with clients and other relevant stakeholders during transaction cycles.
• Support in preparation and coordination of client presentations and due diligence dataroom administration management.
• Assist in preparing proposals and presentations in support of business development initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

• Sharp analytical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills
• Strong record of leadership in an academic, professional, or extracurricular setting
• Exceptional team player who can work with people at all levels in an organization
• Outstanding communication and writing skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Powerpoint, Excel, Word)

What we look for

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CA, CPA, CMA) is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related discipline.
• Related experience will be considered an asset (including background in audit).Experience levels will be assessed accordingly. Interested candidates holding no work experience can be considered for entry level roles
• Good appreciation of local, regional, and global macro-economic conditions and trends
• First-hand experience in financial analysis, e.g., from an internship