Responsibilities

• Assist management on Deal Advisory projects including supporting clients to design, develop and deliver innovative and pragmatic solutions to address business challenges and foster growth.
• Support and guide the planning, budgeting, quality management and resource management of consulting (client) and internal (within KPMG) projects.
• Stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business; and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.
• Continuously review project’s performance against pre-set objectives and milestones to ensure quality control throughout its life cycle while identifying and addressing key challenges/lessons learnt.
• Ensure effective operation of projects by facilitating flow of essential information and feedback among project stakeholders; regularly and effectively communicate project expectations and updates.
• Provide technical guidance on client assignments including preparation of reports and ensure projects are delivered according to client specification and within set timelines.
• Demonstrate teamwork and responsibility with the engagement team members.
• Facilitate project contracting with associates and coordinate tasks undertaken by sub-consultants.
• Ensure quality and internal risk management guidelines are observed during set up, execution and close out of projects.
• Work with colleagues in East Africa on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.

Requirements

Desired Competencies

• Demonstrate business, and commercial acumen and drive for execution.
• Demonstrated track record in undertaking buy side and vendor due diligence, business valuation, restructuring, insolvency and/or M&A projects.
• Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient, able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form – reports, analytical analysis etc.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Africa as projects require.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from any reputable University and preferably in a business-related field.
• CPA, ACCA or CFA or any other relevant professional qualification.
• 4-7 years’ work experience within a busy environment in a reputable consulting firm.
• Demonstrated experience in provision of financial due diligence, valuation, restructuring, insolvency or M&A services.