EY-Parthenon - Manager - Transaction Diligence - Private Equity

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity As our Manager you’ll collaborate with many of the world's leading organisations, high growth companies, and private equity firms on some of the most sophisticated transactions in the global market. Your role will involve uncovering key value drivers, challenging assumptions about future performance, identifying hidden opportunities, and partnering with other EY service teams to deliver a seamless, end-to-end experience for our clients - before, during and after the deal. We're currently hiring Managers for both our Sydney and Melbourne offices. Please let us know if you have a location preference. Your key responsibilities Participate in financial due diligence engagements related to the acquisition or disposal of businesses by private equity investors or strategic corporate buyers. This includes analysing financial/operational results of targets through reviewing accounting records, conducting interviews with management, preparing/evaluating pro forma financial information, and identifying issues that impact purchase price and deal structuring. Project manage information flows and manage key stakeholders. Based on your analysis, write up your findings and recommendations to ensure clear communication and effective decision-making. Identify business development opportunities and assist Partners and Directors on proposals and new business opportunities. This involves drafting responses, participating in the proposal process, building client relationships, and demonstrating knowledge of client business. Skills and attributes for success A bachelors or master's degree in accounting, business, finance or economics Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants or international equivalent Demonstrated experience in financial diligence/transaction diligence and/or M&A, ideally gained in a top-tier consulting firm or second-tier consulting firm. A strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas in a collaborative team environment What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026.Learn more . Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package : From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved.