Valuations Assistant Manager

Job description

The Role

• Builds and develops positive constructive relationships inside and outside KPMG
• Assesses problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions
• Proactively drives forward new and creative ideas which benefit the client
• Supports the delivery of valuation projects within budget and timeframe under the assistance of a Manager or Senior Manager
• Provides an analysis of the particular company / business being valued using business analysis techniques
• Drafts comprehensive valuation reports with the assistance of a Manager or Senior Manager
• Liaises with both the internal and external client to ensure that the two way flow of information runs smoothly
• Researches the background of the particular company / business being valued, identifying broadly comparable quoted companies, identifying and analysing sales data and calculating exit multiples. All this is done using a wide range of research tools including Capital IQ, Mergermarket and our dedicated offshore research team.

The Person

• Takes time to learn about other people and their experiences and how to apply this learning
• Shares experiences with others to assist their learning and understanding
• Demonstrates curiosity and open mindedness to new ideas, approaches and perspectives
• Actively engages with others in order to address their views/concerns.

Ideally, candidates should have experience of:

• Valuations under ITEPA for management incentive plans;
• Valuations of shares and other assets such as intangibles for tax purposes;
• Preparation of valuation models using DCF and other quantitative valuation approaches (option pricing theory etc.);
• Preparation of valuation reports and letters for UK tax purposes; and
• Experience in dealing with HMRC’s Shares and Assets Valuation team.
• IFRS 2 valuation experience is beneficial but not essential.

However, candidates with a basic understanding of valuation techniques, a strong sense of commercial awareness and enthusiasm to learn will also be considered.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified CTA or ACA/CA or equivalent
• Confident communicator
• Strong excel skills
• Good attention to detail and ability to operate in a project driven environment
• A good understanding and broad range of transferable tax experience would be an advantage
• Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn