Associate 3 / Manager, Debt&PPP group, Deal Advisory department

What we do
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories with over 265 000 people working in member firms around the world.
Our Deal Advisory team includes over 170 professionals in Central Asia and Caucasus. We are one of the largest deal advisors with professional teams providing objective unbiased advice on every aspect of the full range of transactions.
We are looking for an Associate 3 / Manager to join our team in Tashkent.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and debt advisory projects: Lead and manage complex PPP and infrastructure projects, assist clients in raising funds, driving them from inception to successful completion.
• Shape Project Success: Define project scope, develop strategic approaches, and ensure seamless execution.
• Deliver Excellence: Oversee the preparation of high-quality client deliverables, including reports, proposals, contracts, and marketing materials.
• Guide Financial Analysis: Mentor teams in conducting financial analysis, including historical reviews, projections, industry research, and valuation methodologies.
• Ensure Operational Efficiency: Manage internal workflow, implement risk management procedures, and foster a culture of excellence.
• Build Relationships, Drive Growth: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, key market constituents, and target clients to fuel business development.

Requirements:

— 5+ years of relevant experience in an Investment Bank/Private Equity/internal Corporate Finance Department/BIG4 or Valuation consulting firm;

— Higher education, desirably in Finance / Economics;

— Deep understanding of the PPP regulatory environment in Uzbekistan, including project lifecycles from requests to tenders to PPP agreements;

— Demonstrated success in closing PPP transactions;

— Broad knowledge of the PPP ecosystem, both within the country and across the region;

— Excellent knowledge of valuation methodology and techniques: DCF, different approaches to valuation;

— Knowledge of financial accounting, good understanding of IFRS, US GAAP;

— CFA, ACCA or DipIFR certification is a plus;

— Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint;

— Strong analytical skills: numeracy, data structuring, and advanced research skills;

— Experience in preparation of analytical documents: presentations, information memorandum, business plan, feasibility study, teaser, etc.;

— Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Russian;

— Availability to travel

We offer:

— Full-time employment contract with high-quality benefits, including health and life insurance;

—comprehensive remuneration package, including annual bonus (based on KPI);

—27 days of paid annual leave and an additional 5 sick leaves per year;

—Working in a highly professional, stimulating ang challenging work environment for the company with strong position on the worldwide market;
—Opportunities to grasp the whole business concepts from a shareholder and management board level point of view;
—A wide range of training and development programs, including access to LinkedIn Learning - a platform that offers a broad array of courses to enhance your skills and knowledge;
—Prestigious BRAVO award for our most outstanding performers; Generous referral program: refer a talented friend to join our team, and you can reap the rewards;

—High-level corporate events, fostering connections and providing opportunities for personal and career growth