Skills and attributes for success
- Participate in due diligence engagements related to acquisitions or divestments by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate players.
- Analyse financial/operational results of targets through analysis of operational accounting records and conducting interviews with management.
- Identify and quantify GAAP issues as they relate to the valuation of the target.
- Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information.
- Analyse carve-out issues, as applicable relating to a buy-side or sell-side project.
- Identify issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring or deal termination.
- Identify post-acquisition/divestiture action steps.
- Evaluate effects of seasonality on cash flow requirements.
- Perform industry and company research.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.
- CPA certification (or equivalent)
- Preferably 3 or more years of accounting experience including minimum 2 years at a public accounting firm.
- Advanced Excel proficiency.
- Proficiency with analytics tools strongly preferred: familiarity with PowerBI for data visualization and Alteryx for data preparation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Dedication to teamwork.
- Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas.
- Willingness to team and learn.
- The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel within Canada and US.
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 to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
- 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
The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $66,000 to $103,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.