Job Description

& Summary

Our Sale and Purchase Agreement(“SPA”)Advisoryteam providesspecialisedsupport in all financial aspects ofM&A purchase price mechanismsOur clients seek our advice onidentifyingand negotiating the key value items in the EV-to-equity value bridge, as well as drafting the accounting and financial clauses of the SPA, reflecting their negotiated outcomes. We support clients in the process leading up to the signing of SPA, and thereafter, in thepreparation or review ofclosing accounts, earn-out determination, or leakage reviews needed todeterminethe final purchase price for the transaction

Pre-SPAsigning

Weadvise andassistour clients in the value negotiation of a transactionto ensure no moneyis left on the tableMorespecifically, weanalysenet working capital and net debt to create and protect value for our clients. Weadviseour clients on whichpurchaseprice mechanism is best suited (typically either locked box or completion accounts) to their particular transaction. And we read and comment on the underlying SPA, as accountants and financial specialists (and not as lawyers).

Post-SPAsigning

Weassistour client with the final purchase price determination process, be it via completion accounts, or leakage reviews and/or earn-out calculations.

This is whatyou'lldo

You advise clients on the financial elements of theSPAYouidentifyand substantiate value drivers, translate analysis into clear negotiation points, and anchor outcomes in the right clauses. Before and after signing, you standbythe clientthroughout the process of negotiating,draftingand implementing the SPA clauses based on which the final purchase price is agreedOn a daily basis, together with the rest of the team, you will be involved in

• Performingtargeted financial analyses toidentify, quantify and substantiate value items in the EV‑to‑equity bridge;

• Reading and understandingexisting transaction materials (e.g.due diligence reports, information memoranda)toeffectivelyleveragethemin your analyses and advice;

• Contributing to the drafting and reviewofthefinancial SPA clauses (mechanisms, definitions, accounting policies,stepsand timelines), embeddingrelevant due diligence observations, and ensuringappropriate additionalprotection for the client throughwarranties and indemnities;

• Providingpost‑deal support: prepare/review completion accounts, earn‑out mechanisms and leakage reviews, and support disputes on purchase price adjustments;

• Partneringclosely with clients andcollaborating withtheir otherdeal advisers, to surface opportunities,optimisevalue and mitigate risk.

You recognize yourself in this
You communicate clearly and convincingly, collaborate well with diversestakeholdersand set sharp priorities. You switch easily between numerical analyses and legal‑financial writing, making complex topics understandable for senior audiences. Furthermore, you have;

• An academic background in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or (Business) Economics, preferablycompletedorin the process of obtainingaRA/RC/ACCA/CFA (level 3)title;

• At least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in professional services;

• Experience in transactions and/or audit (e.g.at an accounting firm, investmentbankor boutique advisory);

• Strong knowledge of how financial statements work and an understanding of the relationships across balances, cash-flowsand earnings;

• Excellent analytical and communication skills; you make complex issues clear quickly;

• Proficiencyin Excel, PowerBIand more advanced data analytics skills.

What we offer

With us,you’llhave the chance to be yourself, perform your best in a high-performance organization, and grow within our global network. We offer you, among other things: 

• A competitive salary based on your experience, an annual bonus (depending on results and personal development), and the opportunity to grow; 

• A motivating work environment where collaboration with ambitious colleagues and recognition for your contributions are central; 

• A wide range of tailored training via our AI-based Growth Center, linked to skills and goals and focused on professional growth and leadership development;

• Choose the mobilityoptionthat suits you best: an electric lease car or a mobility allowance for your business travel costs, plus access to various mobility providers via one convenient app; 

• 30 vacation days and theoptiontopurchaseadditionaldays; 

• At PwC, your well-being is our priority.That’swhy we offer a personal well-being budget to help you grow in physical and mental health, as well as access to the well-being platformOpenUp; 

• You’llwork on challenging and meaningful client projects, usecutting-edgetechnology such asAI-tools, learn from the best, and receive support through coaching. Together, we work as an inclusive team to make a real impact; 

• A fully equipped home office and a monthly net expense allowance for internet and other costs;

• YoungPwCYou’llhave the chance to network and exchange knowledge. The experience and tips from colleagues willgreatly benefityou as a young PwC professional and help you achieve your ambitions;

• Possibility toparticipatein projects of communities such as D&I,art initiatives, Giving Backetc;

• Fun extras such as various informalcompanyand team activities.

These are just a handful of our terms of employment. Find more information on ourwebsite

Getting started at PwC

Are you interested in this vacancy? Then let us know what motivates you and fill in your details. Afterwe’vereceived your application,

• You’llimmediatelyreceive confirmation in your inbox;

• If your qualifications match the profile that we have in mind, thenwe’llcontact you within two weeks;

• If everyone is enthusiastic,we’llschedule an online assessment. Depending on the result,you'llreceive an invitation foran initialinterview. Click herefor more information about the application process.

If you would like more detailed information about this position at PwC,don'thesitate to contact us! Recruiter Tess Uljee will be happy to help you!

Tess Uljee, Talent Acquisition Specialist – Experienced Hires, tess.uljee@pwc.com

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