EY-Parthenon - Senior Manager - Transaction Diligence

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Your new job | About your main responsibilities

Leverage your expertise as a Senior Manager in Financial Due Diligence and make a difference in the transaction world. With us, you will have the opportunity to conduct in-depth financial analyses and provide valuable insights to the owners and management teams of our clients. As part of our team, you will be involved in assessing financial information, identifying risks and opportunities, and presenting clear reports. Do you want to use your financial expertise to contribute to successful transactions?

Responsibilities:

• You will manage engagements where we analyze the historical and projected results of the company, its financial position, and other complex issues, using data analytics, combining insights from various sources, and conducting interviews.
• You’ll lead complex financial due diligence projects from scoping to completion, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and overseeing quality control.
• By reviewing (projected) EBITDA, working capital levels, and balance sheet positions, you will map out the value drivers, opportunities, and risks of the company.
• Together with the team, you will translate your conclusions into specific points of attention for the valuation and structuring of the transaction. This will provide input for negotiations regarding the purchase price and terms of the transaction.
• You will be the critical link in the M&A process with your team, maintaining close contact with other advisors, both within and outside EY, and other stakeholders in the transaction.
• Contribute to the development of the team and thought leadership.

Your new team | About your colleagues and the office

Mergers and acquisitions are among the most complex projects for a company, with significant strategic impact. The risks associated with such a transaction can be substantial, with many factors influencing the success and speed of the transaction. To avoid the well-known "cat in the bag," the buyer must conduct thorough research into the financial, commercial, operational, and legal aspects of the company to be acquired. The specialists in Transaction Diligence act as a spider in the web when conducting financial due diligence investigations.

The Team

Within the Transaction Diligence department, we investigate and analyze financial results to understand the story behind them and gauge financial health. The goal is to assist our clients in making strategic investment decisions. You will work closely on a project with direct colleagues and other departments within EY to form a complete picture of the company being investigated. Our clients are very diverse, including multinationals, SMEs, financial institutions, and private equity firms.

Your office

Amsterdam
Our Amsterdam office is located at the Zuidas: a bustling area full of companies. In our Cross Towers, we welcome up to 1,500 people every day. For a breathtaking view of the city, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning in our Wavespace, a high-tech environment that connects clients and colleagues virtually across the globe.

Your skills and strengths | About your unique contribution

• You have at least 8 years of work experience in mergers and acquisitions, and have strong affinity with corporate finance, and the financial world in general.
• You hold a master's degree in Finance, (Financial) Economics, Finance & Investments, Accounting & Financial Management, or another finance-oriented or technical field.
• You have strong commercial acumen and experience in leading teams and engagements.
• You are proficient in both Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
• You are experienced with Microsoft Office and Excel, and have an affinity for working with new data analysis tools (Alteryx and Power BI).

Your benefits | About your perks and work enjoyment

• A competitive salary that reflects your role and responsibilities, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus, a solid pension plan for the future. In addition to your salary, you’ll receive holiday allowance and an annual bonus (based on performance and development).
• You’ll receive a permanent contract for 40 hours.
• A laptop and phone for both work and personal use, and a monthly internet allowance.
• 34 vacation days to recharge and unwind, plus the option to buy extra days.
• With the mobility budget, you decide how you travel. Choose a lease car, a discounted public transport subscription, or arrange transport easily via our app.
• At EY, we care about a healthy work-life balance. Hybrid working makes this easier. Whether you're working from the office, at a client, or from home, we’ll make sure you have a well-equipped home office.
• The opportunity to work up to 20 days per year from abroad.
• The option to swap 3 national holidays for non-national ones.
• You’ll have the space to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you want to deepen your expertise, develop your personality, or improve your leadership style, we offer a broad range of trainings and courses.
• Your well-being is our priority. We believe that when you feel good, you perform better. That’s why you’ll have access to the OpenUp wellbeing platform (including for your family). You can easily connect with psychologists and lifestyle experts within 36 hours and take part in wellbeing sessions.
• A strong focus on teaming and various internal networks where you can join all kinds of social activities. A positive work atmosphere and good collaboration with colleagues contribute to your overall happiness at work.

All this within an environment where our core values of integrity, inclusiveness, and respect are central. We think it’s important that you can be yourself and fully develop into the best version of yourself. Curious about all our benefits? Click here.

Ready to shape your future with us? | About your application process

1. For this vacancy, we ask you to upload a motivation letter along with your CV. This gives you the opportunity to show us your drive, motivation, and personality. At EY, we support the use of AI tools like ChatGPT, as long as your own tone and unique personality remain visible.

2. Our first contact: After your application, our recruiter will call you within 5 days for a short introduction. We’ll explore whether the role could be a good match.

3. First interview: Before the interview, we’ll ask you to complete an online assessment. Not a standard questionnaire, but a game-based assessment focusing on both your cognitive skills and behavioral preferences. We’ll discuss the results during the interview, which will include a colleague from the relevant department. This mutual introduction is a chance for us to get to know you, and for you to ask any questions you have.

4. Second interview: If we see a match and you’re still enthusiastic, we’ll invite you for a second interview. We’ll dive deeper into the role and other relevant topics. Sometimes, a business case is part of the process. A final interview may also follow.

5. We’re a match. You’ll receive an offer and we’ll perform a pre-employment screening. Then your new adventure begins. Welcome to EY!

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