Senior Associate, Deals at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) helps organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 184,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Find out more by visiting us at www.pwc.com.

In Africa we’re the largest provider of professional services with close to 450 partners and over 8,500 people in 32 countries. This means that we’re able to provide our clients with seamless and consistent service, wherever they’re located on the continent. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of African operating environments enables us to put ourselves in our clients’ shoes to offer tailored Tax, Assurance and Advisory solutions for every business challenge. Realising the appeal of the continent as an investment destination, our dedicated Africa Desk provides assistance to organisations looking to expand their presence in Africa.

We’re one of the leading professional services firms in Nigeria with offices in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, over 700 staff and 22 resident partners. We are committed to serving as a force for integrity, good sense and wise solutions to the problems facing businesses and the capital markets. We are guided by one promise – to do what is right, be it with our people, clients, community, or environment.

Our clients range from the biggest, most complex global establishments to smaller, newer businesses both privately owned and those in the public domain. Our Audit & Assurance, Consulting, Deals, and Tax services meet the needs and requirements of each client, irrespective of size or location.Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.
In transaction services at PwC, you will provide strategic advice and support to clients in their mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Your work will include conducting due diligence, financial analysis, and managing the transaction process.
As a Senior Associate, you will work with leading companies across industries, supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and capital market transactions. You'll conduct deep-dive analyses that validate the financial, commercial, operational, and strategic assumptions behind high-impact deals—delivering clarity and confidence to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive financial due diligence for both acquisition and divestiture transactions. Assess the quality of earnings, working capital trends, cash flows, and key financial assumptions.
Analyze large volumes of financial data from client systems and third-party sources to uncover key patterns, risks, and opportunities. Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Prepare draft detailed due diligence reports and presentations that highlight key findings, risks, and value drivers. Deliver findings to internal stakeholders and external clients with clarity and confidence.
Liaise directly with clients to understand their transaction goals, address queries, and provide strategic recommendations. Build long-term trusted relationships through consistent delivery and professionalism.
Collaborate with cross-functional deal teams such as tax, legal and strategy consultants and client stakeholders to ensure cohesive and holistic analysis across all dimensions of a transaction.
Conduct deep dives into industry trends and competitive landscapes to support deal rationale and validate assumptions underpinning the business case.
Identify key financial risks, such as revenue concentration, margin sustainability, or contingent liabilities, and provide recommendations for mitigation.
Assist clients with integration planning, carve-out strategies, and performance monitoring during post-merger phases.
Conduct business and asset valuations using DCF, market approach and other techniques to arrive at the estimated value.
Prepare financial models and sensitivity analyses.
Assist in fairness opinions and investment appraisals
Perform audit support work including the review of purchase price allocations, goodwill impairment assessments and private equity portfolio company valuations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business discipline
Minimum of 4–6 years relevant experience

Others:

Experience in transaction advisory services, corporate finance, valuation and financial modeling, M&A advisory, Infrastructure or project finance, investment banking
Relevant certifications such as ACA or ACCA or CFA. is required
Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP), and financial modeling
Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Experience in valuation analysis, industry benchmarking, and deal structuring