Senior Manager, Strategy and Transactions at Ernst & Young (EY) Full Time

Geoaudits is currently seeking for application from qualified applicants to fill the vacant position of Senior Manager, Strategy and Transactions. interested and qualified applicants can apply via the details below

Ernst & Young (EY) is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

We are seeking competent, self motivated, hardworking and result driven professional to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Manager, Strategy and Transactions

Requisition ID: 882104
Location:  Lagos

Job Description

• Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Transaction Diligence Senior Manager, you’ll 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.
• Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global team of transaction specialists who deliver high quality advice to our clients.

The Opportunity

• EY has an established industry leading Strategy and Transactions Practice.  We help clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right. We are a growing practice that has the resources to serve any client, anywhere in the world.
• With so many offerings, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative environment through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.
• We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
• You’ll be part of the Transaction Diligence (TD) team which provides clients with the financial and strategic transaction assistance to ensure the success of their transaction.
• Our TD teams assist clients throughout the entire transaction process. While traditional financial due diligence is a key element of the service, TD is much broader, incorporating transaction management, negotiation and documentation, and post-completion integration.

Your Key Responsibilities

• As a Senior Manager, you will be part of the Transaction Diligence team helping our clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right.
• Our team works to understand profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future performance, and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters.
• Our TD teams assist clients throughout the entire transaction process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting and/or a related major.
• Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience.
• Must have 7 years of financial due diligence experience
• CPA or CA, CPA certification.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to teamwork.
• Experience working with BI tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, Spotifire, or others.
• Experience with each of IFRS, ASPE and US GAAP.
• Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas.
• Willingness to team and learn.

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.

What We Look For:

• We’re interested in talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them – often in politically charged environments.
• If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

What We Offer 

• At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture – built on high-performance teaming – where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It’s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.
• 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.
• 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.