Senior Associate

Position Summary: The Senior Associate Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) will support and execute financial due diligence engagements for middle-market U.S. clients, collaborating closely with both onshore and offshore teams. This role involves conducting buy-side and sell-side due diligence, working capital analysis, and assisting in the preparation of client deliverables. The Senior Associate will work in a fast-paced M&A environment and gain exposure to high-impact projects and direct client interactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Assist in executing financial due diligence engagements, including Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis, working capital assessments, and identification of debt-like and non-operating items. - Perform financial statement analysis, evaluate financial ratios, and assess key operational metrics to derive transaction insights. - Prepare due diligence reports and clearly document key findings, observations, and financial risks for client review. - Collaborate with client stakeholders and internal teams to gather and analyze financial data from target companies. - Participate in meetings with target companies to understand financial and operational performance. - Coordinate and manage data room activities, request lists, and document reviews. - Work closely with Managers and Senior Managers to ensure timely and quality deliverables. - Utilize advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, financial modelling) and PowerPoint for analysis and reporting. - Ensure analysis is aligned with US GAAP, industry practices, and internal firm standards. - Contribute to the development of junior team members through guidance and peer review. Minimum Entry Requirements: - 15 years of experience in Transaction Advisory Services, preferably from a Big 4 or equivalent firm. - Qualification: CA / CPA / MBA in Finance. - Strong analytical and technical skills in financial statement analysis, accounting, and due diligence. - Hands-on experience in buy-side and/or sell-side due diligence engagements. - Familiarity with M&A processes, data room management, and financial modelling. - Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Sector experience preferred in manufacturing, distribution, business services, healthcare, or financial services. Key Skills to Accelerate Career: - Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Effective team collaboration and ability to work independently in a dynamic environment. - Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and translate findings into actionable insights. - Willingness to work in a global environment and collaborate with U.S.-based teams across time zones. - Eagerness to grow within the TAS domain and contribute to firm-wide initiatives and knowledge sharing. This role presents a strong growth opportunity for finance professionals interested in building a career in M&A advisory with a global exposure at Bahwan Cybertek.