Deal Advisory – Analyst to Director

Overview

KPMG's Deal Advisory practice seeks talent at the Analyst, Executive, Manager, Associate Director, and Director levels. We think like an investor, looking at how opportunities to buy, sell, partner, fund or fix a company can add and preserve value. Our integrated team of specialists works at deal speed to help find and drive value throughout the deal and transformation lifecycle.

Business today is under pressure to deliver better, lasting results for stakeholders. We offer opportunities across Mergers and Acquisitions, Transaction Services, Valuations, and Turnaround & Restructuring as part of a multi-disciplinary, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to deal execution across the Deal Advisory practice, including Mergers and Acquisitions, Transaction Services, Valuations, and Turnaround and Restructuring.
• Apply structured thinking and analysis to complex client problems; develop options and a runway to stabilise client issues.
• Build trust and partnerships with diverse client groups; prepare proposals, case studies, and sector-specific materials.
• Support day-to-day execution of full-cycle transactions and collaborate with local and national teams.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we value diversity of thought, background and experience. We are seeking individuals at the Analyst to Director level for our Deal Advisory team, with the following skillsets:

Mergers and Acquisitions

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce or similar, with a strong academic record; ability to commence/continue relevant postgraduate studies (CFA, CA, Master of Finance).
• Diversified M&A, Corporate Finance or Debt Advisory experience, preferably within a Big 4, corporate development team and/or investment banking/boutique firm.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn; ability to support the wider team locally and nationally.
• Ability to help lead day-to-day execution of a full-cycle M&A transaction.

Transaction Services

• Qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Law, or related subjects; postgraduate qualifications (e.g., CA, CPA, CFA) preferred.
• Experience in Big 4 / independent corporate advisory, accounting or law firms, investment banking, or commercial teams in operational businesses.
• Experience across transactions or relevant transferable skills; strong analytical capability and commercial acumen.

Valuations

• Strong analytical (quantitative and qualitative) and report writing skills.
• Experience in Excel-based financial analysis; financial modelling capabilities are advantageous.
• A degree in Commerce or Finance and/or professional accounting/finance qualification; 1–3 years' experience in valuation or similar environment beneficial.

Turnaround and Restructuring

• Experience in Big 4 / independent corporate advisory, accounting or law firms, investment banking, or commercial teams in operational businesses.
• Experience across turnaround, restructuring, insolvency, or related areas; willingness to transition into these areas.
• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Law, or related subjects; postgraduate qualification or path (e.g., CA, CPA, CFA, ARITA or TMA) preferred.

Other Information

• Salary ranges are listed as $60k – $250k+ depending on level of experience.
• Employment types: Casual, Max-Term Full-Time, Max-Term Part-Time, Permanent Full-Time & Permanent Part-Time.
• Offices: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, Gold Coast, Darwin, Townsville, Parramatta, Wollongong, Newcastle/Hunter Region, Geelong.

Qualifications

Specific qualifications are mentioned above.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. We foster an inclusive, equitable culture and offer flexible hours and locations, generous parental leave, and career development opportunities. If you require adjustment requests during recruitment, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

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