Join KPMG's high-performing Transaction Services team and shape the future of strategic M&A decisions for leading financial services clients worldwide.
Assistant Manager - FS Deal Advisory - Transaction Services
Location: Zurich
Schedule: By arrangement
Employment: 80% - 100%
Your contribution to KPMG
- Organise and execute sell-side and buy-side due diligence and vendor assistance projects for international and Swiss clients in Financial Services
- Lead and collaborate with colleagues from different service lines to deliver critical insights for strategic investment decisions to our clients
- Obtain, compile and analyse financial, commercial and operational data of target companies for key deal metrics such as sustainable revenues and earnings, adjusted net assets and future cash flows
- Demonstrate ability to engage and listen intently to clients to understand and interpret their needs
- Present quantitative analysis in a concise manner, accompanied by qualitative commentary in a polished client report
- Lead and coach junior team members through due diligence projects and provide them with development opportunities and meaningful feedback
- Take on the lead of a work stream or entire smaller projects, and cooperate with internal stakeholders (tax, legal and other consultants) and the client working on the same deal
- Attend international training and benefit from various internal and external training opportunities provided by KPMG
This is what makes you successful
- Successfully completed a Bachelor/Master Degree in Business Administration, Banking and Finance, or Economics (ideally with specialisation in accounting or corporate finance); relevant further education (ACCA, CPA) seen as a plus
- Ideally you have completed or you are close to completion of your accounting degree
- At least 3 years of experience in Transaction Services ideally in Financial Services; Experience in Financial Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Audit, Controlling in the Financial Services industry also considered, especially if combined with first experience in transactions and Big4 exposure
- Analytical style of work, advanced problem-solving skills and affinity for explaining complex topics in a simple and understandable way
- Quick to grasp and learn new things and translate these into actions
- Strong people management skills, with a willingness to mentor and teach junior team members, fostering their professional development
- Not afraid to take on responsibility, able to handle pressure combined with a high degree of flexibility
- Proficient in German and English, French or Italian is a plus
- You will surprise us with exceptional achievements in business, private endeavours and/or academics. We intend to hire intelligent, diligent and resilient team players with diverse skill sets
Discover KPMG – Become part of our team
We are a successful and growing team. Our high-performing Transaction Services team advises our Swiss and international clientele on all aspects of M&A transactions. Our team works closely with colleagues from our different departments in Switzerland as well as from KPMG offices abroad on cross-border transactions. As a market leader, we live in a culture of excellence and mutual trust. Therefore, we hire exceptional individuals with a team mindset. This is a unique chance to become part of an international, successful environment in a highly engaging culture.
With 300 different auditing and advisory service opportunities, our people can choose the career path that suits them best. Through our competencies in business transformation as well as ESG consulting, we support our clients in today's biggest challenges. We are a purpose-led and values driven company where your insight can create opportunities for you and contribute to a better future. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that'll last you a lifetime and be recognised for the impact you make. Find opportunity everywhere with KPMG.
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Pascal Scacchi
Experienced Hire Recruiter
+41 58 249 29 85
Work Location: In person
