EY GDS - Manager - Value Creation - CA

Deal And Value Creation Execution :

- Lead and manage ODD workstreams, including cost structures, margin drivers, and operational performance

- Identify and quantify value creation levers (cost take-out, pricing, productivity, working capital)

- Support synergy identification and tracking for M&A deals

- Build and review standalone cost models, carve-out analyses, and business plans

Financial And Operational Analysis :

- Develop robust financial models (revenue, EBITDA, cost benchmarking, unit economics)

- Conduct peer benchmarking and performance diagnostics

- Translate data into actionable insights and value creation plans

- Support development of 100-day plans and transformation roadmaps

Project And Stakeholder Management :

- Manage project execution including planning, tracking, and delivery timelines

- Act as a key interface with onshore teams and clients

- Work closely with Senior Managers/Directors on hypothesis development and storyline building

- Review team outputs to ensure quality, insight, and client readiness

Team Leadership And Capability Building :

- Lead teams of Associates/Consultants, providing guidance and quality reviews

- Support capability building in value creation toolkits and methodologies

- Drive best practice sharing and development of reusable assets (playbooks, templates)

Key Requirements :

- Qualification : CA / MBA (Finance) preferred

- Experience : 8-12 years in Transaction Advisory, Consulting, or Corporate Strategy

- Strong experience in ODD, value creation, cost optimization, or business performance improvement

- Advanced skills in financial modelling, Excel, and data analysis

- Exposure to M&A lifecycle, carve-outs, or integration is a plus

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills