About the role

M&A Associate Manager executing acquisitions, divestitures, financing and valuations for EY. Building models, valuations and transaction materials while advising sophisticated clients.

Responsibilities

Execute the M&A process from deal sourcing to closure
Perform market research and analysis, including business drivers, market, competition, industry risks and opportunities
Synthesize comparable company and precedent transaction research for modeling, competitive and industry analysis, buyer identification and negotiation support
Prepare detailed financial models, including scenario analysis
Prepare valuation analyses using discounted cash flow, comparable market multiples and precedent transaction techniques
Prepare first drafts of pitches, marketing materials, management presentations and client presentations
Oversee electronic data rooms and manage due diligence for buy-side and sell-side engagements
Work closely with client and target personnel
Provide strategic advice across industries and transactions
Support VPs and SVPs in identifying and exploring potential new business

Bilingualism in both French and English is required
Working knowledge of Canadian and international finance and accounting concepts
Understanding of key business drivers related to M&A transactions
Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint and financial modeling skills
Ability to work independently to complete tasks
Ability to work well under pressure with multiple competing deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Ability to develop relationships and liaise with EY colleagues and team members
Passion for working with entrepreneurs, private business owners and management teams
Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or another similar program
Minimum 4+ years of relevant work experience, such as investment banking, M&A, financing, corporate development or financial analysis