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EY Manager - Transaction Diligence 
South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg 
638069996

28.07.2024

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will be required to lead in executing the due diligence procedures. Understand the engagement scope and assist more junior members in performing the procedures assigned to them. You’ll be responsible for writing significant parts of the report deliverable and communicating findings to the client. Helping our clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right. Our team works to understand profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future performance, and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters.

Skills and attributes for success

  • Analyse financial/operational results of targets through reviewing accounting records and conducting interviews with management
  • Participate in due diligence engagements related to acquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers
  • Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information
  • Identify issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring or deal termination
  • Identify post-acquisition action steps to achieve anticipated earnings/cash flow improvements
  • Evaluate effects of seasonality on cash flow requirements. Perform industry and company research
  • Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations.
  • Manage expectations of service.
  • Develop people - supervise staff effectively and provide constructive feedback/training and conduct performance reviews

To qualify for the role, you must have

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.
  • CPA or CA certification
  • Minimum of 3 years post articles relevant working experience
  • Minimum 2 years of financial due diligence experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills - reports need to be ready for Partner review
  • Good Computer skills
  • Project Management Skills
  • People Management Skills
  • Big 4 Corporate Finance experience in Transaction Support Management Role
  • Exposure to large transactions that are complex and involve cross boarder activities
  • Ability to utilise strong local insights to the Due Diligence
  • Africa experience preferable
  • Experience in running multiple projects simultaneously

Ideally, you’ll also have

  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Dedication to teamwork
  • Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Plus, we offer:

  • Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
  • Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
  • The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.