Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Strategy and Execution Senior Manager within EY-Parthenon you will help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions and integration mandates. When you join our industry-leading team, you’ll be right at the heart of that challenge, working with leading business tools and methodologies to provide to some of the most sophisticated clients around.
Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Integration planning and execution (Integration Management Office)
- Carve-out or divestiture planning and execution (Carve-out / Separation Management Office)
- Operational due diligence, stand-alone costing, one-time cost development, operating model design
- Synergy identification, validation and realization
- Development of Transitional Services Agreements
- Development of M&A and integration playbook
- Leadership and management of diverse project teams towards successful outcomes, ensuring each individual understands their strategic role
- Support of key client decision makers in developing and executing their transaction strategy to secure deal value
- Drive the growth of the practice by leading client outreach, accelerating market development, thought leadership, spearheading pursuits and proposal development,and fostering long-lasting, revenue-generating partnerships
- Building and nurturing relationships with senior client stakeholders, contributing to EY-Parthenon growth and reputation
What we look for
We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for Strategy and Transaction Services and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.
Qualifications:
- Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, PMP and CMC) and / or advanced graduate degree in business, e.g., MBA, or related programs such as Master’s in Finance / Accounting with outstanding academic achievement from a top academic institution
- 8-10+ years of experience in professional services or related fields, with a proven track record of leading teams and managing complex transactions
- Proven track record of managing projects, particularly in diligence / integration / divestiture space
- Proven track record managing teams on multiple concurrent projects and deadlines, providing direction to team members, and overseeing engagement(s) scope, resources and financials
- Proven track record of developing long-lasting business relationships with senior client stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills to clients at all organization levels, including executive, VP, director, and operational management
- Experience presenting findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders, including executives and boards
- Demonstrated experience in financial statement analysis, risk assessment, and process improvement is considered an asset
- Excellent analytical skills and confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights
- Experience in coaching and guiding people to develop capabilities and skills to grow both professionally and personally
- Ability to travel within Canada and the US (must be authorized to work in Canada)
Background:
- Accounting (e.g., CPA, CA, CMA, MAcc, BAcc) and/or;
- Business and Finance (e.g., BCom, MBA, MFin, CFA, PMP) and/or;
- Engineering, and/or;
Previous experience:
- Management consulting experience is a pre-requisite
- Experience in audit, assurance, or related fields is considered an asset
- Experience related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestiture transactions; solid understanding of integrations and separations, due diligence
- Experience working in transactions with private equity, or strategic acquirers / sellers
What’s in it for you
Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.