Acclime is seeking a highly capable Senior Analyst to join the Corporate Advisory team based in Pune. This role will act as the leader in a central analytical and execution hub supporting corporate finance and M&A transactions across Australia and New Zealand.
Working directly with team members based in Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland, the successful candidate will help execute a broad range of engagements including sell-side M&A mandates, capital raising, strategic advisory and financial due diligence.
This role is designed for a commercially minded analyst who combines strong financial modelling capability with sound judgement and curiosity about businesses. The position offers exposure to cross-border transactions, private equity investors and founder-led businesses, as well as the opportunity to contribute to Acclime's own acquisition activity.
Salary Range: 15,00,000 20,00,000 per annum + bonus (based on successful M&A transaction deal completion).
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution
- Build and maintain detailed financial models including three-statement projections, valuation analysis and transaction scenarios
- Support preparation of Information Memoranda (IM), pitch materials and buyer outreach documentation
- Assist with Financial Due Diligence (FDD) including quality of earnings analysis and financial data validation
- Analyse company financial statements, operating metrics and industry data to support deal positioning
- Assist Directors in preparing investment committee papers and transaction summaries
Deal Process Support
- Support management of data rooms and diligence processes
- Coordinate information flow between buyers, vendors and advisors during transactions
- Conduct buyer and investor research, including private equity, strategic acquirers and infrastructure investors
- Help maintain transaction timelines and deal documentation
Commercial Analysis
- Analyse industry trends, competitor positioning and market dynamics to support transaction narratives
- Assess business models, margin drivers and capital structures
- Contribute to valuation discussions and transaction structuring considerations
Platform M&A Exposure
- Support screening of potential acquisitions for Acclime across the Asia-Pacific region
- Assist with early-stage diligence, market research and financial assessment of potential targets
- Contribute to internal M&A analysis and integration preparation where relevant
Team Development
- Help standardise analytical templates and workflows for the Corporate Advisory team
- Work closely with analysts in the India delivery centre to improve efficiency and documentation quality
- Contribute to automation and process improvements within the deal workflow
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a candidate with strong analytical capability combined with commercial awareness.
Required Experience
- 2+ years of experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate finance or private equity
- Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
- Experience analysing financial statements and business performance drivers
- Excellent written and presentation skills in English
Preferred Background
- Experience supporting M&A transactions or due diligence processes
- Exposure to decision-making environments
- Familiarity with transaction documentation (IMs, teaser decks, FDD papers)
Personal Attributes
- Commercial curiosity and ability to understand business models quickly
- Strong attention to detail combined with strategic thinking
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with international teams
- Professional communication style when interacting with senior stakeholders
What This Role Offers
- Direct exposure to Middle Market M&A transactions, Capital Raisings and Due Dilligence
- Mentorship from senior Corporate Advisory professionals in Australia and New Zealand
- Opportunity to help build a centralised deal execution capability within a global professional services platform
- Clear development path