Job Description

Our National Tax Department (NTD) serves high-profile, national and multinational clients, providing a range of modeling and analysis as part of domestic and international transactional tax planning services and tax-related advisory services. The combination of knowledge and experience forms the basis of our ability to assist clients in meeting their business objectives. We believe that by helping clients to understand and manage their tax obligations responsibly and proactively we can make a critical difference, and youll be at the heart of this mission.

The opportunity

Our Transaction Economics Group (TEG) specializes in the analysis of structured financial transactions covering a variety of industries. Drawing on our academic background in economics and finance, as well as our substantial industry experience, we work closely with our clients and alongside other groups at EY, including M&A, Capital Markets, Partnerships/Joint Ventures and International Tax. As part of this group, youll utilize a wide range of financial and economic modeling techniques, including cash flow modeling, derivatives pricing, term structure modeling, statistical analyses, debt-equity analyses, risk-return analytics and risk management techniques.

What to expect

Your typical day will involve working in small groups on projects with internal or external clients. Youll be heavily involved in drafting formal deliverables, running economic models, developing customized financial models, researching business and capital markets trends and speaking to your findings. On top of this youll be exposed to companies across various industries and located around the world, learning new things every day. Well look to you to get familiar with certain tax policies and their implications and to build your knowledge around research tools and resources so you can speak articulately about a business, industry, or market development.

Your key responsibilities

* Assisting in the preparation of financial models and other tools that help our clients execute a variety of financial transactions, including asset acquisitions, disposition deals, capital structure transformations and corporate reorganizations
* Applying the principles of corporate finance to assess the economic implications of particular deal structures
* Preparing reports and client presentations
* Working at all levels of transaction structuring and execution, from evaluating alternative structures and bids through closing
* Compiling documentation related to each analysis

To qualify for the role you must have

* An achieved bachelors or masters degree, typically with a concentration in Economics, Finance, Operations Research, Financial Engineering or Statistics
* Flexible and willing to travel as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary
* Proficient with MS Office, including MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint
* Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision
* Demonstrated writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
* Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
* A drivers license valid in the U.S.

Ideally, youll also have

* Programing skills (VB and/or Matlab), and familiarity with other financial software packages
* Familiarity with Bloomberg data terminals and other market research tools and exposure to fixed income analytics and option pricing models are a plus

What we look for

Were interested in curious and driven people, with a diverse set of interests and backgrounds and an entrepreneurial mindset. Given our teams multidisciplinary analysis, youll also need to have strong communication skills, the ability to manage your schedule, and the desire to go beyond assigned tasks to see the big picture. If youre ready to make a tangible difference right from the start and bring your big ideas to this growing team, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off plus 12 observed holidays and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being.

Plus, we offer:

* Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the profession
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress in your career
* Gained flexibility through two-way communication and commitment with your engagement teams

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy and transaction services and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Make your mark. Apply today

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