Senior Analyst – Corporate Finance

About us:

Pitcher Partners Sydney is one of the largest accounting and advisory firms in Australia, located in the heart of the CBD. We are part of Baker Tilly, a leading global network of independent firms, working together to enable growth and ambition for our clients and our people.

When you join Pitcher Partners, you’re joining a team with heart. We support each other, learn together and are deliberate about fostering relationships that nourish and empower every individual. We are excited by what’s possible and know that some of the best new ideas come in the form of curious, talented people we haven’t met yet. Perhaps you’re one of them.

Due to on-going growth, we currently have an excellent opportunity for an analyst to join the corporate finance team.

The Role:

As a Valuation Senior Analyst, you will support the delivery of valuation engagements through financial modelling, analysis, research, and report writing. You will be exposed to a variety of challenging and stimulating work for a diverse range of ASX listed & private companies. Your responsibilities will include:

• Work within project teams to undertake valuations of businesses, equity interests, financial instruments and intangible assets. Your work will be for various purposes including pre- and post- transaction advisory, tax-related purposes, financial reporting such as purchase price allocations, impairment testing, and employee share schemes.
• Supporting the end to end delivery of valuation engagements, including analysing key business value drivers, commercial rationale, and strategic considerations.
• Building and reviewing detailed financial models incorporating scenarios and sensitivities to support valuation outcomes.
• Undertake in-depth analysis of the key commercial and financial aspects of target businesses.
• Perform market research including industry, comparable company and benchmarking analysis.
• Preparing clear, well-structured valuation reports and presentations to communicate findings.
• Communicate and resolve issues as they arise.
• Develop and maintain relationships within the firm and external stakeholders.
• Engage directly with senior personnel, as appropriate.
• Assist with preparing proposals and fee estimates for new and potential clients.
• Assisting with general marketing and operational activities.

Who we are after:

Ideally, you will ring 3-4 years’ experience in corporate finance, audit or equities analysis within a Big 4 or mid-tier chartered firm, with at least one year dedicated to a valuation or corporate finance advisory role.

You will hold strong academic credentials, including a finance or accounting degree, and be CA qualified, progressing along a CA pathway or pursuing an equivalent postgraduate qualification. CFA candidacy or completion of a recognised corporate finance certification would be highly regarded.

Other key skills and personal attributes we are looking for include:

• You will possess strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience in financial modelling using MS Excel and related software preferred.
• An interest in, and familiarity with, AI-enabled productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT and Claude will be highly regarded.
• Well-developed commercial acumen and sound technical finance knowledge.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, gained through formal studies and practical exposure in corporate finance, audit, valuation or related advisory roles.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and well-structured reports.
• A positive, proactive attitude and a strong sense of ownership over work delivered.
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• A genuine desire to continually develop your own capability and support the development of others.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately across complex financial information.
• An interest in building professional networks and contributing to the development of new and existing client relationships will be highly regarded.

What we offer:

At Pitcher Partners we believe success is better shared. That’s why we invest in the future of every person who works with us, and a culture that supports us all.

Join a team with heart: We actively support your health and social connection with a vibrant culture, great flexible working policy, 18 weeks paid parental leave accessible after 12months, and much more.

Do work with a purpose: We put a lot of energy into developing meaningful relationships with our clients. It results in a level of trust that creates surprising opportunities for our business and your career.

Bring your best ideas: We’re inspired by potential. We know there’s always a better way to do something. So, we foster an environment of openness. Great ideas can come from anywhere. It all starts with listening.

If this sounds like you or you know anyone in your network that will be suitable to this role please APPLY NOW or email your cover letter and CV to [email protected]