Corporate Finance Manager - Cork

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.

Are you our next Corporate Finance Manager?

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

Grade: Manager

Contract type: Perm

Experience & Background

• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience in corporate finance, banking, investments, or other relevant experience;
• ACA / CFA qualified or equivalent;
• Proven project management skills and experience and must enjoy managing a wide range of multiple tasks/projects at any one time;
• Strong capability in financial modelling;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – especially in report writing and PowerPoint presentations;
• Strong numerical, analytical and strategic thinking skills;
• Personable team player with the ability to create confidence and trust with both colleagues and clients;
• Able to build and develop strong relationships within your own professional network to help originate deal opportunities.

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

• Manage M&A and Debt Advisory projects (with support from and reporting into Associate Director/ Director / Partner) including being the day-to-day point of contact for clients;
• Actively managing client interfaces taking responsibility for managing all phases of the transaction cycle and deal execution;
• Leading and managing the delivery of marketing documentation, as well as pitch materials and client proposals;
• Directing and managing junior colleagues, analysts and support staff on transactions, including reviewing their work;
• Coaching and contributing to the development of junior team members;
• Set, monitor and control project budgets, billing and other reporting requirements;
• Taking responsibility for, and proactively assisting business development efforts, including pitching for new work.

Your team:

KPMG offers Ireland’s largest dedicated corporate finance practice with a team of over 140 professionals. Our combined expertise enables us to assist clients in dealing with a myriad of challenges and opportunities they face, no matter how complex.

We were awarded Irish M&A Financial Advisor of the year at the Mergermarket European M&A awards 2022. It’s a strong recognition of both the quality and volume of transactions advised on by the team in 2022.

You will work on the origination and execution of lead advisory mandates, primarily in the Munster mid-market to help clients across different sectors and coverage areas to achieve their strategic objectives of buying, selling or raising capital from initial strategic review to successful completion. You will be fully integrated within the all-Ireland corporate finance practice. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates to join a growing and ambitious team.

Here’s how KPMG can benefit more than just your career:

• All of our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
• Discounted health insurance
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Frequent social events to help you build your network
• Early finish Fridays on bank holiday weekends and throughout the summer months.
• Relocation assistance for those moving to Ireland
• Complimentary access to a range of Learning & Development programmes including LinkedIn Learning.

When you join KPMG, your performance manager will support you to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. You will also receive continuous support from our award-winning Business School where you will be continuously encouraged to deepen your knowledge and expertise within your chosen career path.

In addition to this, we are the only one of the Big Four firms to announce promotions four times per year, giving you frequent opportunities for progression throughout your career with us.

Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity and equity are part of who we are at KPMG. We embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective and we’re committed to inclusion and equity at every level. At KPMG, we want to attract and retain the best talent. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. Visit to learn more.

Apply:

If you are interested in the above role, please submit a CV via the apply button. If you have any specific queries on the role, please contact Kayleigh O'Brien .

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Please note we do not require Agency assistance for this role.

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