Associate Vice President, Corporate Finance

KPMG•Toronto, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

KPMG Corporate Finance Inc. is the OSC-regulated entity through which KPMG LLP provides investment banking services in Canada. KPMG Corporate Finance services are principally comprised of merger, acquisition and divestiture services and financing services, including raising debt and equity capital. We offer independent financial advisory and investment banking services to both private and public companies. With over 100 professionals across Canada and a global network of 3,000+ bankers in 160 offices, we combine local execution expertise with global reach. KPMG Corporate Finance is consistently ranked the #1 mid-market investment bank in Canada. As an experienced Associate Vice President, Corporate Finance, you will report to our Vice Presidents and Managing Directors. You are a self-starter who has an interest in mergers and acquisitions and capital markets and will bring your experience to deliver transactions for our clients. This role provides significant learning opportunities and increasing responsibility over time.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in finance, commerce, business, accounting, economics, or other related field.
3 - 5 years of relevant post-graduate experience, in corporate finance, or a related field e.g. transaction advisory, investment banking, commercial/corporate banking, private equity, management consulting, or corporate development.
Proven track record of project initiation/execution in a fast-paced professional setting.
Strong technical finance proficiency, including knowledge of financial statements and general accounting principles.
Demonstrated experience or ability in training and developing junior staff members.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be willing to travel within and across Canada.
Ability to execute complex deliverables on a timely basis while managing competing priorities.
Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills and an ability to solve complex technical problems.
Collaborative team player that can work independently with minimal supervision.
Highly motivated, committed, self-starter and can adapt with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Conduct market and industry research, detailed financial analysis and business valuations.
Draft pitch books, teasers, confidential information memorandums (CIM) and other Merger & Acquisition documentation.
Assume responsibility for the day-to-day execution and delivery of service on a range of corporate finance projects.
Assist in the identification of potential acquisition targets, purchasers and/or investors.
Assess the business environment and key drivers specific to the company and its sector.
Prepare and review financial models.
Manage, mentor and train junior corporate finance professionals.
Undertake engagement and practice management responsibilities, including billings and adherence to professional practice requirements.
Lead proactive business development and deal initiation activities.