EY-Parthenon – Senior Manager - Sales and Purchase Agreement Advisory, Transaction Diligence

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.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi 

With your contribution and my contribution, together we will thrive. 

Hei Oranga Iwi | The opportunity 

At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way.

As our Senior Manager you’ll work with many of the world’s largest organisations, fastest-growing companies and private equity firms on some of the most complex deals in both the Oceania and global market, across a broad variety of industries.

Ko Tō Rourou | Your key responsibilities 

• Manage and participate in SPA advisory engagements for acquisitions or disposals by private equity investors, funds, or strategic corporate clients. This includes working closely with clients, their bankers, and legal advisers, and performing tasks such as cash, debt, and working capital analysis, pricing schedule preparation, and financial reviews of the SPA and Completion Accounts.
• Advise clients on transaction mechanisms and financial analysis by providing insights on the most suitable purchase price mechanisms, analysing financial results through diligence findings and interviews, and supporting negotiations with clients to agree on detailed and compelling outputs.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal contacts and external clients to develop a portfolio of high-value projects, and collaborate with other EY service teams to deliver an integrated approach to clients.

This is a hybrid position based in Naarm – Melbourne, Warrang – Sydney or Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland. We welcome applications from candidates located across Australia, with the role able to be performed from any EY office nationally.

 Ngā Pūkenga | Skills and attributes for success 

• Possess a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, business, finance, or economics, and be a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, CAANZ, or an international equivalent. Have at least 5 years of experience in a professional services or chartered accounting environment, or in a financial performance and analysis or mergers & acquisitions role at a corporate organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly develop, build, and manage relationships with multiple clients and teams, both external and internal. Experience working with senior stakeholders on multiple engagements in a Transaction Diligence role or mergers and acquisitions environment.
• A keen interest in understanding businesses, transactions, and deal value drivers. Passion for client service excellence, attention to detail, and the ability to grasp complex issues and explain them clearly to non-accountants.

Ko Taku Rourou | What we offer you  

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. 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 www.ey.com/nz/careerdevelopment
• 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 www.ey.com/nz/benefits     
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

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 [email protected] or +64 9 300 7044 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

He rourou kai kei ō ringa hei tākoha? Tēnā haria mai!   

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

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The salary range for this role is NZD 150,000 to NZD 165,000 dependent on skills, experience, and work location. The full-time role is for a minimum 37.5 hours per week. 

EY | Building a better working world 

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. 

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