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Duff & Phelps
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London, Greater London
Vice President, Transaction Advisory Services (Transaction Structuring and Accounting)
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Our professionals balance analytical skills, deep market insight and independence to deliver solid, defensible analysis and practical advice to our clients. As an organisation, we think globally. We create transparency in an opaque world, and we encourage our people to do the same. That means when you take your place on our team, you'll discover a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel. If you're ready to share your perspective with the world, then you can make a real impact here. This is the Duff & Phelps difference. To complement its existing Transaction Advisory Services offering, Duff & Phelps is continuing to grow its Transaction Structuring and Accounting practice. This team provides commercially focussed accounting advice across the entire deal continuum, from transaction origination through to post deal optimisation. This team designs optimal transaction structures, provides complex accounting advice and helps groups navigate change. This team is in a 'high growth' phase and presents unmatched benefits and challenges: * Working on high-profile global transactions * Real opportunity for accelerated progression in an environment of meritocracy * Opportunity to test your mental agility and ability * Working in a collaborative and supportive team with support from experienced senior members of the team * Client-facing work across every level in the team * Global footprint for our engagements * Key role in shaping and driving the growth of the team * Flexible and performance-based reward structure that is based on a "one-firm" approach We are seeking a high calibre individual looking to build on their current technical knowledge and commercial experience to work on diverse and demanding transactions. This position will be based in our [London / New York] office. RESPONSIBILITIES * Ability to gain an understanding of the key drivers and objective for transactions, be it commercial, financial, regulatory or tax * Ability to understand the problems and issues in achieving the required client outcomes and to be able to research the potential solutions autonomously and through consultation with colleagues * To build and maintain a network of key relationships both internally and externally * Consistently deliver excellent client service * Contribute on a proactive basis to the leadership and direction of our group by designing and executing specific components of our market strategy REQUIREMENTS * Bachelor's in Accounting, Economics, Finance or related discipline preferred * CPA qualified (US CPA strongly preferred) * Minimum of 1-year post-qualification experience, gained in a top tier accounting firm and/or internationally recognised investment bank * Extensive [IFRS/US GAAP] technical accounting experience * Key interest in M&A advisory; accounting and financial due diligence; purchase price allocations; advising on sale and purchase agreements; and M&A disputes * Strong interpersonal, communication, marketing, sales and organizational skills * High proficiency in the use Microsoft Office, with focus on Excel, PowerPoint and Word. VBA and Tableau knowledge beneficial To be considered for a position at Duff & Phelps, you must formally apply via careers.duffandphelps.jobs Duff & Phelps is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit.