Overview
Job Title: Financial Due Diligence Head
Location: Bangalore
Job Summary:
We are looking for a seasoned professional to lead our Financial Due Diligence practice with a strong focus on domestic transactions and business development. This dual-role opportunity combines deep analytical expertise in evaluating mergers and acquisitions with strategic leadership in identifying and driving new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Due Diligence and Analysis:
– Lead due diligence for domestic transactions using established methodologies.
– Analyze financials to assess target companys performance and key drivers.
– Identify risks (e.g., revenue recognition, liabilities, abnormal expenses).
– Review working capital, cash flow, and capex trends.
– Collaborate with tax/legal teams to assess implications.
– Perform ratio/trend analysis and benchmarking.
– Develop financial models to project transaction impact.
Business Development:
– Drive new business in financial due diligence for domestic deals.
– Build and maintain client and partner relationships.
– Attend events and forums to grow the firms visibility.
– Work with marketing teams to develop lead generation strategies.
– Deliver engaging presentations and proposals.
– Stay updated on industry and competitor trends.
Team Leadership & Development:
– Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 1015 professionals.
– Ensure high-quality deliverables and adherence to deadlines.
– Promote a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
– Conduct performance reviews and support career growth.
Reporting & Recommendations:
– Prepare insightful and client-friendly due diligence reports.
– Clearly communicate findings to stakeholders.
– Provide strategic recommendations based on risks and opportunities.
– Assist with post-transaction integration planning.
Thought Leadership & Improvement:
– Stay current on regulations, trends, and best practices.
– Contribute to tool development and internal knowledge sharing.
– Participate in internal trainings and methodology updates.
Requirements
– CA Qualified.
– 10+ years of experience in FDD, Transaction Advisory, or similar roles (domestic focus preferred).
– Proven leadership of teams (1015 members).
– Strong financial analysis, accounting, and modeling skills.
– Excellent client relationship and project management abilities.
– High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
– Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
– Ability to manage own P&L and client delivery timelines.
– Knowledge of the Real Estate market is a plus.
– Handle critical client issues and drive resolutions in complex or ambiguous scenarios.