EY Manager Transaction Diligence 

Canada, Ontario, Toronto 

753480869

Skills and attributes for success

• Participate and play a leadership role 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.
• Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations and manage expectations of service.
• Develop people including supervising staff effectively, providing constructive feedback/training and conduct performance reviews.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Manager: Minimum 4 years of experience with 2 years of diligence experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.
• CPA or CA, CPA certification (or equivalent)
• 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 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 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