Senior Executive - FDD

Job Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis & Data Examination:

• Assist in the comprehensive review and analysis of target company financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement) to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Perform in-depth analysis of key financial areas such as revenue, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, working capital, and capital expenditures.
• Review underlying financial data, general ledgers, and supporting documentation to validate financial information.

Quality of Earnings (QoE) Analysis Support:

• Contribute to the assessment of the quality of earnings by identifying non-recurring, discretionary, or unusual items impacting historical profitability.
• Assist in normalizing financial results to provide a clearer view of sustainable earnings.

Working Capital Analysis Support:

• Support the analysis of historical and projected working capital trends and requirements.
• Identify potential working capital adjustments and their impact on transaction value.

Report Preparation & Documentation:

• Assist in drafting sections of FDD reports, executive summaries, and key findings for clients.
• Prepare clear and concise schedules, tables, and charts to support financial analyses.
• Maintain organized and thorough documentation of work performed and findings.

Collaboration & Client Interaction:

• Work collaboratively with senior team members and managers on various FDD engagements.
• Assist in information gathering from target companies and client teams.
• Understand and comply with risk management strategies and internal protocols.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP, Indian GAAP) and industry trends affecting financial reporting and transactions.

Background & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CA Inter/Qualified, CPA, CFA candidate) are a strong plus.
• 1 to 4 years of experience in financial due diligence, statutory audit, financial analysis, or a similar role within a consulting firm, Big 4, or corporate finance department.
• Strong understanding of

  accounting principles

  and financial statement analysis.
• Proficiency in

  Microsoft Excel

  (advanced functions, financial modeling, data manipulation).
• Good grasp of

  PowerPoint

  for creating professional presentations.
• Excellent

  analytical and problem-solving skills

  with meticulous

  attention to detail

  .
• Strong

  written and verbal communication skills

  in English, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team player.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.