Corporate Finance Associate Director

The Corporate Finance team

Our Corporate Finance team helps a diverse client base with their M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory needs. This leadership role provides the opportunity to shape the strategy of the practice, work in a dynamic environment, and collaborate with Grant Thornton advisory teams across Singapore and the region.

Responsibilities

• Support origination and development of transaction opportunities, contributing to client coverage and sourcing of M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory mandates

• Execute detailed financial analysis and modelling for M&A and capital raising transactions

• Perform valuation analyses using various methods, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions

• Prepare, review, and finalise pitch decks, proposals, presentations, and investment memorandums for internal and external stakeholders

• Execute due diligence processes, including gathering, analysing, and interpreting financial data, identifying key risks and issues

• Conduct company, industry, market, and valuation research to support transaction execution and strategic recommendations

• Engage with clients, investors, and stakeholders as part of transaction execution and delivery

• Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring quality delivery across workstreams

• Provide input into fundraising exercises, capital structuring, and transaction execution

• Execute corporate finance transactions, coordinating with clients, investors, and other stakeholders

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, ACA) preferred

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in a professional services firm, investment banking, or corporate finance

• Preferred experience in a client-facing role within investment banking, corporate finance advisory, or similar professional services environment

• Proven track record in M&A, capital raising, or corporate advisory transactions

• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation abilities

• Detail-oriented with ability to work under tight deadlines

• Strong organisational skills, with ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools