Transaction Advisory Services Senior 3 - Transaction Support (M&A), San Jose, CA-001WG

Description Ernst & Young's Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) practice offers companies professional transaction experience. We help clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right. Within TAS, Transaction Support services encompass the strategic development and execution of an appropriate transaction structure, including the execution of financial due diligence. Our team works to understand profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future performance, and assist with purchase agreements and post-closing transaction matters.

We currently have a career opportunity for a Supervising Senior in Transaction Support.

Responsibilities
Analyze financial and operational results of targets through the preparation of various analyses by reviewing accounting records and conducting interviews with management, including finance, operations, human resources and marketing. Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information. Assist in identifying issues for purchase price reductions, deal restructuring, or deal termination. Assist management in identifying pre/post-acquisition issues. Assist in preparing reports and schedules.

Evaluate the effects of seasonal and cyclical changes on cash flow requirements. Perform industry and company research.

Develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel. Direct the progress of fieldwork, inform supervisors of the engagement status, and manage staff performance. Comply with E&Y policies and guidelines.

Develop people. Provide constructive performance feedback/training and conduct performance reviews. Foster teamwork and innovative thinking.

Commit to developing knowledge. Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. Respect/protect client information. Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills.

Achieve growth. Understand E&Y and its service lines and identify opportunities to serve clients.

Qualifications

To qualify, candidates must have:

* a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting and/or related major
* a minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience (experience related to mergers and/or acquisitions transactions preferred)
* strong analytical and interpersonal skills
* effective written and verbal communication skills
* a dedication to teamwork
* a strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

CPA certification is required for promotion to management. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel, when necessary.