Transaction Services Senior Associate in Belfast

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential. We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Location: Belfast, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Senior Associate

Contract type: Perm

A snapshot of your peer group:

• A qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent) (professionally trained Big 4 preferred)
• At least 3 years previous work experience
• Strong interest in Deal Advisory and M&A activity
• Six month’s mergers and acquisitions experience would be ideal but not essential
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• Advanced PC skills including Excel and PowerPoint (with others desirable)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, drive, enthusiasm and commitment are a pre-requisite for this role

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Client facing interaction with senior decision‑making executives on a day‑to‑day basis
• Undertaking business reviews and financial due diligence reviews on a wide variety of businesses
• Preparation of detailed and high‑quality financial analysis supporting the delivery of the assignment
• Leveraging analysis of financial information and other key performance indicators to provide structured insights to our clients
• Working alongside and developing junior colleagues
• Contributing to the development and continuous improvement of the wider Belfast Deal Advisory practice

Your team:

KPMG Transactions Services is the leading firm in Ireland in assisting clients in areas including financial, tax and commercial due diligence, pre and post deal evaluation, sell‑side assistance, financing and refinancing assistance, contractual discussions and integration. We assist our clients with capital markets transactions including initial public offerings, class 1 transactions, reverse takeovers and fundraisings. We work on project‑type engagements lasting from several weeks to several months, working extensively with significant corporates, domestic and international banks, other financial institutions, private equity and other investment funds offering team members the widest exposure to acquisition and financing related activity.

Benefits Tailored for You:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well‑being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through.
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

Career Progression with Continuous Support:

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award‑winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise. We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity:

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.