Experienced Associate to M&A Consulting at PricewaterhouseCoopers — NeverHard

As an Associate in the M&A team, the candidate will be involved in supporting transaction execution and business development activities, including: Preparation of marketing materials (teasers, information memoranda, management presentations and investor lists); Financial analysis, valuation and financial modelling under supervision of senior team members; Conducting industry, company and market research across a variety of sectors; Assisting with preparation of pitches, proposals and client presentations; Supporting execution of M&A, capital raising and strategic advisory engagements; Coordinating with clients and other PwC teams as required; Assisting in preparation of reports, financial analyses and other transaction-related deliverables; Maintaining high-quality project documentation and supporting engagement management activities. Knowledge and experience: University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field with GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0; Approximately 1–3 years of professional experience in M&A, transaction services, valuation, audit, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting or other analytical and financial roles; Strong analytical and quantitative skills; Basic understanding of financial statements and corporate finance concepts; Experience with financial modelling and/or valuation is an advantage; CFA, ACCA or other professional qualifications (or progress towards them) are an advantage; Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; Strong written and spoken English and Russian. During the interviewing process you will need to demonstrate the following skills: Strong analytical thinking and problem-structuring skills; Ability to learn quickly and work with limited supervision; Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Research and information-gathering capabilities; Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines; Team-oriented mindset and willingness to take ownership; Professionalism, integrity and strong work ethic; Intellectual curiosity and willingness to undertake new challenges.