[Remote] EY-Parthenon - Strategy and Execution - Deal Finance - Senior Associate - Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and they are seeking a Senior Associate - Consultant for their Strategy and Execution - Deal Finance practice. In this role, you will support and execute buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, focusing on the CFO agenda and the Finance function, while collaborating with client service teams to develop transaction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and executing buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions
• Focusing on the CFO agenda and the Finance function
• Assist with the execution of projects across sectors
• Collaborating with client service teams to develop and execute transaction strategies
• Developing experience across different types of engagements
• Ranging from pre-deal operational planning to post-deal integration or separation planning
• Execution, and tracking
• Having a strong commercial mind-set
• Be part of project teams comprising colleagues from across EY and/or lead specific workstreams
• Track project status and manage risks
• Work in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients
• Assist in aspects of pursuits and proposal development
• Contribute to our practice development initiatives
• Supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work
• Learn and develop technical and personal skills through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences
• Cultivate strong working relationships with clients and provide support to key decision makers

Skills

• A bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience
• Prior experience in consulting, Corporate Finance, or M&A advisory
• Practical knowledge of and experience in the Finance function
• Management consulting experience
• Experience in one or more of Finance areas (e.g., accounting, financial reporting, planning and budgeting, order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, etc.)
• Knowledge of or experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Cognos and/or other common systems
• Experience in financial process benchmarking, operating model, finance organization design, synergies, transition service agreements (TSA)
• Demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis with strong presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively on projects and adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to develop long-lasting relationships both internally and externally
• Excellent analytical skills and the confidence to translate complex data into meaningful insights
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot
• 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
• MBA is preferred
• Previous experience in a mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions role or another large professional services organization
• Additional 6 to 12 months of industry experience

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• Pension and 401(k) plans
• A wide range of paid time off options
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.
• You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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