Assistant Manager

4 - 7 Years

6 Openings

Bengaluru, Kolkata

Role Overview

We are looking for an accomplished Assistant Manager – Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in financial due diligence within a Big 4 or equivalent advisory practice, with exposure to both buy-side and sell-side transactions. This role requires strong technical acumen, the ability to manage complex deal processes, and leadership skills to guide a team of diligence professionals while collaborating with U.S.-based engagement teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Due Diligence & Analysis

• Conduct in-depth analysis of target company financials, including Quality of Earnings (QoE), Net Working Capital (NWC), Debt-like items, and key deal considerations.

• Translate financial data into actionable Excel-based analyses and workbooks to support U.S.-based engagement teams.
• Perform financial ratio analysis, benchmarking, and trend analysis to identify key risks and opportunities.

• Deal Execution & Client Interaction

• Prepare and update document request lists and management meeting agendas.

• Participate in management meetings with target companies and contribute to client discussions and deal strategy.
• Support the preparation and finalization of due diligence reports, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity.

• Project & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and review the work of a team of 6–8 diligence professionals, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

• Coordinate daily with U.S.-based consulting professionals, managers, and senior leadership, including early morning and late evening calls.
• Ensure seamless communication, alignment of deliverables, and adherence to timelines.

• Technology & Process Excellence

• Leverage advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups, advanced formulas) (required skill) and data analytics tools such as Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI to enhance efficiency and reporting quality (Preferred Skill).

• Drive process improvements and adopt best practices in deal execution and reporting.

• Experience: 4–6 years of financial due diligence (buy-side and sell-side), ideally within a Big 4 or equivalent TAS practice.
• Education: CA / CPA / MBA (Finance).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial concepts, and due diligence methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions under tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and improve processes.
• Ability to balance technical excellence with project management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with global teams and clients.

'Grant Thornton INDUS' comprises GT U.S. Shared Services Center India Pvt Ltd and Grant Thornton U.S. Knowledge and Capability Center India Pvt Ltd. Grant Thornton INDUS is the shared services center supporting the operations of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd. Established in 2012, Grant Thornton INDUS employs professionals across a wide range of disciplines including Tax, Audit, Advisory, and other operational functions. What sets us apart isn't just what we do – it's how we do it. We support and enable the firm's purpose of making business more personal and building trust into every result. We're collaborators – obsessed with quality and ready for anything – who understand the value of strong relationships. Our professionals are well integrated to seamlessly support the U.S. engagement teams, help increase Grant Thornton's access to a wide talent pool, and improve operational efficiencies. Empowered people, bold leadership, and distinctive client service are imbibed in the culture at Grant Thornton INDUS. We are a transparent, competitive, and excellence-driven firm that offers an opportunity to be part of something significant. In addition, professionals at Grant Thornton INDUS serve communities in India through inspirational and generous services to give back to the communities they work in. Grant Thornton INDUS has its offices in two locations in India – Bengaluru and Kolkata