EY-Parthenon - Manager - Transactions and Corporate Finance - Transaction Diligence

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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 At EY‑Parthenon, we bring together strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance to help organisations make better investment decisions and deliver value that stands up in the real world. Backed by EY’s global scale and deep sector expertise, our teams advise private equity investors, corporates and founders across the full deal lifecycle – from origination through to value creation and exit. Our Financial Due Diligence team works at the heart of complex transactions, supporting domestic and cross‑border deals across a broad range of sectors. With an investor mindset, advanced analytics and close collaboration with strategy, tax and M&A teams, we deliver insights that directly shape transaction outcomes. As a Senior Consultant or Manager, you’ll play a hands‑on role in high‑profile buy‑side and sell‑side engagements, working closely with private equity firms, corporates and entrepreneurs. You’ll be trusted to own key workstreams, engage directly with clients, and help develop junior team members, while continuing to build your technical depth and commercial judgement. This is a hybrid role based in Boorloo (Perth) , offering exposure to national and international transactions while being part of a close‑knit local team. Your key responsibilities Depending on your level and experience, you will: Lead or support financial due diligence engagements for acquisitions, disposals and capital raisings by private equity investors and strategic buyers Analyse historical and forecast financial performance, including quality of earnings, net debt, working capital and cash flow trends Review accounting records and data, assess underlying business performance and identify key value drivers and deal risks Conduct management interviews and challenge assumptions underpinning forecast performance Prepare and review clear, commercial due diligence reports that inform purchase price, deal structuring and negotiation Manage information flows, timetables and stakeholders across multiple workstreams Collaborate closely with colleagues across strategy, tax, M&A, modelling and sector teams to deliver integrated transaction advice Support business development activities, including proposals, pitch materials and building trusted client relationships For Managers: coach and develop junior team members, take ownership of engagement delivery, and contribute to the growth of the Perth and national practice Skills and attributes for success A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline Senior Consultant: typically, 2–4 years’ experience in Financial Due Diligence / Transaction Services Manager: typically, 5+ years’ experience, with demonstrated responsibility for engagement delivery and client interaction Experience gained within a Big Four or mid‑tier accounting, advisory or consulting firm CA / CPA qualified (or international equivalent) Strong analytical capability, commercial judgement, and attention to detail Confidence communicating with senior clients and internal stakeholders A collaborative mindset, strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in fast‑paced deal environments 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 : F rom 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? 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