EY-Parthenon - Deals - Financial Diligence - Buy Side - Senior Associate
About The Position
EY-Parthenon’s unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence. The potential for error is high in an environment where speed is critical. Companies looking for local and global deals face strong competition for quality assets and stakeholder scrutiny regarding acquisitions. M&A success starts with comprehensive diligence; it's the only way to understand if the deal is the right decision at the right price. As a Senior Associate with EY-Parthenon’s Deals – Financial Diligence – Buy Side practice, you'll be involved in the action. You'll work with many of the world's largest organizations, fastest-growing companies and private equity firms on some of the most complex deals. You'll be part of our team advising clients throughout the diligence lifecycle on key drivers to increase value and reduce the risks and uncertainty inherent in transactions. You'll be working in a team environment with financial due diligence professionals on a variety of projects across a range of sectors. Our team works to understand the client's business profit drivers and trends, as well as challenge assumptions of future performance and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a minimum of 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
- Public accounting experience.
- Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
- The ability to prioritize effectively on projects and the skills to adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
- Solid negotiation and influencing skills, and the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally.
- You must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
- The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
Nice To Haves
- Transaction experience is a plus
- A proven record of excellence in an audit and/or a M&A transactions role.
- An active CPA certification.
- Experience gained within another large professional services organization.
- Established networking skills in a relevant industry.
- Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
Responsibilities
- Executing financial diligence project work.
- Analyzing financial data and identifying key trends behind the performance of a business.
- Discussing business performance and forecast assumptions with team management.
- Writing reports that set out our findings and recommendations around the key financial and business issues in a transaction.
- Developing staff ensuring their career development.
Benefits
- medical and dental coverage
- pension and 401(k) plans
- a wide range of paid time off options
- flexible vacation policy
- designated EY Paid Holidays
- Winter/Summer breaks
- Personal/Family Care
- other leaves of absence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
