Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries.
We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work - guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team The A&M Global Transaction Advisory Group ("GTAG") is comprised of former Big Four CPAs and CAs who provide private equity and corporate clients buy side and sell side financial accounting due diligence. GTAG professionals actively engage in assessing a target's quality of earnings, analyzing cash flows, reviewing working capital, identifying key business drivers, reviewing forecasts, and conducting comprehensive discussions with management and their advisors.
GTAG professionals routinely team with the firm's operational, tax, commercial, and information technology professionals to deliver a truly integrated solution to clients
How You Will Contribute
Assist with core financial due diligence across SEA markets - including Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia, and selectively across broader Asia-Pacific region as deal flow requires.
Analyze financial statement information across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and operational KPIs. Convert data into deal-relevant insights that drive management discussions and support quality of earnings, working capital, net debt and cash flow conclusions.
Construct due diligence reports and presentations that clearly communicate key findings, earnings drivers and how findings should be reflected in valuation and SPA negotiations.
Participate in management meetings and client calls. Support
business development and client relationship activity between transactions.
Support Managing Directors and Senior Directors on non-project tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting/Auditing or a related major
ACCA, CPA Australia or CFA preferred
Big Four experience required
Native Vietnamese speaker; fluent in English (both written and spoken)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate to senior members of target management and colleagues in both English and Vietnamese
Solid hands-on, in-country experience working in Vietnam
Associate position: at least 2 years of audit experience at a Big Four firm; Senior Associate position: minimum 1 year of FDD experience
Deep Vietnam GAAP accounting skills; working knowledge of IFRS preferred
Familiarity with AI tools and AI-assisted workflows in deals and FDD required
Experience working with private equity funds preferred
Experience working in other SEA/Asia markets, on cross-border FDD mandates, or collaborating virtually with regional teams preferred
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with data analytics and visualization tools (Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau etc.) preferred
Ability to travel within the region (where practical and possible)
The successful candidate will be ranked a Top Performer within his or her peer group
Willingness to work on-site in the Ho Chi Minh City Metropolitan Area
Specific Characteristics
Highly analytical mindset
Team-oriented personality
Professional in style and demeanor; exercises sound judgment
Commercial acumen - thinks like a deal person, not just an accountant/auditor
Proactive, self-driven and effective in a fast-paced, deal-pressured environment
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.