Manager - Financial Due Diligence (Buy/Sell Side)

Requirements

Financial Due Diligence (FDD) professional

buy-side and sell-side transactions

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Advisory - Buy & Sell Side
• Lead and execute financial due diligence assignments for both buy-side and sell-side engagements across industries.
• Analyze historical financial performance, quality of earnings, working capital trends, and key business drivers.
• Identify potential deal issues, risks, and opportunities impacting valuation and transaction structure.
• Provide actionable insights to support clients in negotiations, deal structuring, and post-transaction integration.
• Client Engagement & Relationship Management
• Serve as the primary client-facing contact for due diligence projects, ensuring timely and clear communication.
• Build strong client relationships by understanding their strategic objectives and delivering tailored advisory solutions.
• Coordinate with client management teams, investors, and other advisors to facilitate smooth due diligence processes.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports, executive summaries, and presentations for C-level stakeholders.
• Review financial models, forecasts, and underlying assumptions to assess business sustainability and potential risks.
• Assess revenue recognition, cost structures, margin analysis, and balance sheet positions.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Lead project teams in planning, executing, and delivering FDD engagements within tight deadlines.
• Mentor and coach junior analysts, providing guidance on analysis techniques and client interaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, legal, and operational due diligence experts, to deliver integrated transaction support.
• Market & Industry Insights
• Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes impacting M&A activity.
• Support business development initiatives, including proposal preparation, pitch presentations, and networking events.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CFA, MBA in Finance, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years in Financial Due Diligence, Transaction Advisory, or M&A.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and corporate finance.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with buy-side and sell-side transactions.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong client-facing presence and relationship management skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and commercial acumen.
• Ability to handle multiple transactions simultaneously in a high-pressure environment