Strategic Corporate Finance Associate

M&A & Transaction Management:

• Lead end-to-end DD processes for acquisition targets, including financial analysis
• Develop detailed transaction memoranda and management presentations for prospective acquisitions and partnerships
• Manage deal timelines and stakeholder communications throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Develop & manage post-acquisition integration plans
• Support deal team coordination with external advisors and internal stakeholders

Market & Strategic Analysis:

• Execute comprehensive market opportunity assessments to evaluate new verticals, geographies, or customer segments
• Analyze competitive landscapes, including pricing strategies, go-to-market approaches, and product differentiation
• Develop business cases and ROI models for strategic initiatives, including build vs. buy vs. partner decisions
• Track and synthesize market trends, industry developments, regulatory changes, and competitor activities
• Prepare strategic recommendations and executive summaries for C-suite decision-making

Financial & Data Management:

• Build and maintain financial models and dashboards to track Corporate Development KPIs and deal pipeline
• Manage deal databases and CRM systems
• Compile and organize deal documentation, financial statements, and regulatory filings

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Product, Engineering, Growth, and Finance teams to inform strategic planning and deal assessment
• Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership
• 3-5 years of professional experience in transaction advisory, corporate finance, or corporate development roles (e.g., Big-4 firms such as Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG or globally-affiliated accounting firms)
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Experience within M&A DD, financial modelling, and deal analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in financial analysis and valuation methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present complex analyses to senior audiences
• Track record of successfully closing acquisitions or managing post-acquisition integrations
• Analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to synthesize large datasets into actionable insights
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Understanding of SaaS business models, unit economics, and growth metrics
• Knowledge of Southeast Asian markets and regional business dynamics (Optional)