Manager - Transaction Services

About Eight Advisory

Eight Advisory is a leading international firm in the financial and operational consulting sector, specializing in Transactions, Restructuring and Business Transformation.

We support corporates and investors in their M&A decision making processes.

Having experienced high growth since our creation in 2009, Eight Advisory now has close to 1,000 employees, including 110 partners, and continues to develop internationally. We are present in France, Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Netherlands, Spain, and now the U.S., as well as in about thirty countries around the world through our network of independent firms "Eight International".

Job description

We are currently looking for an ambitious and diligent individual to join our Transaction Advisory Services team in New York City as a Manager. In this role, you will be working in direct contact with different stakeholders, including corporate clients and private equity firms, providing well-structured advice in the context of acquisition and disposal M&A processes. You will work with senior experts in the field of transaction advisory services, but will mainly focus on:

• Performing financial due diligence procedures relating to the sale and purchase of companies and businesses and identifying issues that may be of relevance and could have an impact on the transaction

• Identifying and understanding the key business drivers and provide value to the client through our services and the deliverables we produce

• You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of engagements and act as the main point of contact for clients in this process

• You will manage the preparation of deliverables including reports, presentations and engaging in discussions with different stakeholders

• Steering and providing guidance to team members

• Active contribution to business development (both internal and external) and thought leadership is expected

What we offer

The compensation range for this role is in line with industry expectations, plus eligibility for a performance bonus. In addition, package includes contributions to medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, phone/laptop, and a range of paid time off options.

Eight Advisory is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive results and create a better environment for our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to reach our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job requirements

To ensure that we find the best candidate for this position, we expect our future Manager to have:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or similar

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience, including 2 years in Transaction Advisory Services/Financial Due Diligence in a Big 4 environment, or similar professional services firm

• Ability to manage teams and projects under the guidance of senior team members

• Financial analytical skills and good accounting knowledge are required, as well as an ability to extract key messages from financial data and translate this into a well-structured report

• Ability to identify key operational performance drivers, cash flow forecasting, and flexibility to support clients with a broad array of issues

• An entrepreneurial mindset and a hunger to be exposed to challenging projects

• A drive to solve new issues in a practical and creative manner

• Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to be a great team player

• Willingness to work mainly from our Midtown office (4-5 days per week)

• Fluency in English is required

• Fluent in MS Office (especially with Excel and PowerPoint)

• CPA or CPA eligible is preferred but not required

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

If you meet the above requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification.