Strategy and Execution - Deal Finance - Senior Associate - Consultant

Overview

Location:

New York, Hoboken, Atlanta, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Boston, Dallas, Detroit, McLean, San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Seattle. EY-Parthenon’s Strategy and Execution – Deal Finance (M&A) practice delivers real‑world value by combining transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance. We partner with CEOs, CFOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments to shape the future with confidence.

Join EY-Parthenon and work on the most complex and high‑profile global transactions for Fortune 500 CFOs across diverse sectors. Our team develops deal strategies, executes separation and integration plans, identifies value sources, and advises on risk mitigation and the successful change of operations, functions and people.

• As a Senior Associate - Consultant, support and execute buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, focusing on the CFO agenda and the Finance function.
• Collaborate with client service teams to develop and execute transaction strategies across sectors.
• Develop experience across engagements from pre-deal operational planning to post-deal integration or separation planning, execution, and tracking.

• Project Management and Execution: contribute to project teams, track status and manage risks.
• Business Acumen: operate in a fast-paced environment to drive client value.
• Business Development: assist in pursuits and proposal development.
• Practice Development: support ongoing initiatives to maintain a great team environment.
• Continuous Learning: develop technical and personal skills through learning, coaching and experiences.
• Building Relationships: cultivate strong client relationships and support key decision makers.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics with 2 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree with ~18 months of related work experience.
• Prior experience in consulting, Corporate Finance, or M&A advisory.
• Practical knowledge of and experience in the Finance function.
• Management consulting experience.
• Experience in one or more Finance areas (e.g., accounting, financial reporting, planning and budgeting, order-to-cash, procure-to-pay).
• Knowledge of or experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Cognos or other common systems.
• Experience in financial process benchmarking, operating model design, synergies, TSA.
• Aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis with strong presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize on projects and adapt quickly to new challenges and concepts.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to build long-lasting relationships.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate data into insights.
• Knowledge of firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
• Residency or commute requirement to the office location.
• Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary; travel may be required based on client and project needs.

• MBA is preferred.
• Previous experience in an M&A transactions role or large professional services organization.
• Additional 6 to 12 months of industry experience.

We seek talented professionals who can visualize client goals and think creatively to facilitate them. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges, this role is for you.

• Competitive compensation and benefits; base salary range for this job in all US locations is $130,000 to $185,000, with Total Rewards including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k), and paid time off.
• Hybrid model: most client-serving roles in person 40-60% of the time over a project or year.
• Flexible vacation policy with paid holidays, breaks, and other leaves to support well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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