Valuation & Business Modeling - Executive

Ernst & Young

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ref: NP946-433

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Valuation and Business Modeling Senior, you’ll help make that happen. That will mean using your unique insight to supply tailored advice to clients from all industries. Working on everything from pre-deal to post-deal, you’ll build an incredible base of experience that will set you apart for the rest of your career – all with the support of some of the top colleagues in the business.

The opportunity

• With our support, some of our clients have grown to be among the most recognizable, respected brands on the planet. We’re currently growing our Transaction Advisory Services team to meet increasing demand. As part of the team, you can expect exposure to a full range of client types and needs, along with formal training to support your personal goals.

Your key responsibilities

• As a member of the Business modelling team you will participate in numerous engagements, working effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress. You will also help demonstrate commercial awareness and understanding of the client agenda with examples of this reflected in findings and maintaining productive working relationships with client personnel.
• You will contribute technically to modelling engagements. You will review Excel models under supervision to arrive at preliminary conclusions and prepare reports of findings. For model builds you'll design, and build intermediate/complex models under supervision or on secondment. Using complex financial models, you'll produce clear analysis to support client needs. As a member of the team, you'll help to support a positive learning culture.

Requirements

Skills and attributes for success

• Pro-activity, accountability and results-driven people will flourish in this environment.
• Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills.
• This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for the role you must have

• 3 – 5 years relevant working experience
• Strong academic record including a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
• Postgraduate degree or professional qualification such as Masters/MBA/CFA
• Technical skills required (Strong knowledge and background in business modelling and Analysis
• Strong MS office skills, especially when modelling using Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, supported by the confidence to work effectively in a high-energy, fast-moving environment
• The ability to influence colleagues and communicate complex concepts simply and effectively to non-technical audiences
• Evidence of report writing skills and the ability to prepare multiple draft reports simultaneously with minimal supervision

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Client facing experience from a leading organisation
• Experience and understanding of how business operates MENA region
• Proficiency in the Arabic language

What we look for

What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to supporting your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills and talents as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you. Some travel may be required depending on your specific role and location.

What working at EY Offers

• Support, feedback and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career in the MENA region
• Developed system of performance management and career development that enables you to have the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
• Opportunity to work in an international environment

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please complete the online application as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.

Apply now.

About the Company

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region

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