Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions

6 months ago

Sydney, Australia Grant Thornton Australia Full time

**Work from home options | Team connection days**:

- **See your technical expertise valued and career development supported**:

- **9-day fortnight with no salary reduction**

Grant Thornton Australia is a member firm of the Grant Thornton global network - one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

**About this role**

As part of a global network, Grant Thornton’s **Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)** practice helps clients achieve their growth ambitions by providing advice on mergers and acquisitions, debt and capital raisings, due diligence, valuation and financial modelling.

We are looking for an experienced M&A **Manager** with a passion for client service excellence to deliver pragmatic M&A solutions to a varied client base as part of our Sydney team, building trust and guiding them through a crucial time in their business’ journey.

The members of this close-knit, friendly team bring diverse perspectives and global expertise. There is genuine flexibility and a flat organisational structure, led by Partners who are passionate about supporting you to grow, learn, and thrive as an established M&A specialist.

**Key responsibilities**
- Provide strategic advice to clients from a range of industries on public and private company mergers, acquisitions, divestments and private equity and strategic capital raisings
- Prepare financial models and valuation materials
- Prepare and review detailed financial analysis to illustrate key business drivers and performance indicators
- Active participation in business development activities, including preparation of proposals, building relationships with existing and target clients, and establishing professional networks

**Skills and experience**
- Qualification(s) and / or professional accreditation(s) in a relevant discipline such as Business / Commerce, Accounting or Finance, or other relevant professional or overseas qualification(s)
- Significant experience gained in a corporate finance environment, including at least 18 months’ M&A experience
- Commercial acumen including strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills, approaching challenges with a solutions-focused mindset
- Effective written and spoken communication skills, including the ability to manage a high-performing team and build positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders at all levels
- Intermediate to advanced competency in Microsoft Excel, with knowledge or interest in learning data visualisation tools

If you are interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

**Reach your remarkable**

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose - we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities - building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

**_ Remarkable perks that put you first:_**
- 9-day fortnight with no salary reduction
- Funded professional membership and study assistance
- Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave | paid secondary carers’ leave
- Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
- And many more

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