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EY

Manager, Transaction Diligence

EY

. Lead execution of due diligence procedures .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeCape Town • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial due diligence, including analyzing financial and operational results, preparing pro forma financial information, and managing complex transactions. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for supervising teams and delivering client reports effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Financial Due Diligence ExperienceCPA Or CA CertificationBig 4 Corporate Finance ExperienceProject Management SkillsAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills
Financial AnalysisPro Forma Financial PreparationDue Diligence ProceduresAccounting Record ReviewValuation CorrelationTransaction StructuringCash-Flow Improvement AnalysisIndustry ResearchPerformance Review ConductingReport Writing
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork DedicationAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Accounting SoftwareProject Management ToolsData Analysis Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
CPACA
Industry Keywords
Private EquityCorporate BuyersCross-Border TransactionsTransaction Support ManagementComplex Transactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead execution of due diligence procedures
  • Understand engagement scope and assist junior team members with assigned procedures
  • Write significant portions of report deliverables and communicate findings to clients
  • Analyze financial and operational results of targets by reviewing accounting records and interviewing management
  • Participate in due diligence engagements for acquisitions by private equity investors and strategic corporate buyers
  • Prepare and evaluate pro forma financial information
  • Identify issues affecting purchase price reductions, deal structuring, or deal termination
  • Identify post-acquisition actions to achieve anticipated earnings and cash-flow improvements
  • Evaluate seasonality effects on cash-flow requirements
  • Perform industry and company research
  • Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations
  • Manage service expectations
  • Supervise staff, provide feedback and training, and conduct performance reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major
  • CPA or CA certification
  • Minimum of 3 years post articles relevant working experience
  • Minimum 2 years of financial due diligence experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good computer skills
  • Project management skills
  • People management skills
  • Big 4 Corporate Finance experience in a Transaction Support Management Role
  • Exposure to large, complex transactions involving cross-border activities
  • Ability to utilize strong local insights in due diligence
  • Experience running multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Dedication to teamwork
  • Strong work initiative and ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Performance-based rewards and recognition
  • Support and coaching from experienced colleagues
  • Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
  • Freedom and flexibility to handle the role in a way that’s right for you