Valuations Complex Financial Instruments, Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC Canada, 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 Deal Valuations - Financial Instruments at PwC Canada, you will work with clients to address complex valuation matters involving financial instruments and illiquid securities. You will provide valuation and advisory services related to mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, taxation, private capital investments, and corporate decision-making. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will help clients navigate complex transactions and develop robust valuation solutions supported by quantitative analysis, market data, and sound business judgment.

The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience and deep knowledge of complex financial instruments combined with a keen understanding of capital markets and business acumen. Grow here, go further.

Asa Valuations Complex Financial Instruments, Associate unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn’t limited to:

• Advise clients on complex financial instruments valuation issues and develop valuation models for a variety of purposes including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), financial reporting, taxation, corporate decision support and corporate governance.
• Provide valuation advisory services for private equity and asset management clients with valuation issues surrounding their private debt portfolios, venture capital portfolios, management incentive plans, contingent considerations, as well as other contractual arrangements and options.
• Report and present analyses and conclusions, including written reports.
• Research and develop quantitative tools to provide analytical insights into business transactions and asset valuations using market and company data.
• Review client‑provided materials, including term sheets, and independently construct robust valuation models tailored to the engagement context.
• Manage multiple client engagements concurrently, ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality work products in accordance with agreed‑upon timelines.
• Conduct in‑depth market research on valuation methodologies, industry trends, and technical topics to support analysis and client deliverables.
• Develop a strong understanding of relevant accounting standards as they relate to valuation issues and financial reporting requirements.
• Embrace and apply new tools and technologies to enhance workflow efficiency, analytical depth, and client service delivery.
• Support our broader team’s engagements helping management and boards arrive at informed decisions by providing credible valuation conclusions.
• Establish credibility with existing clients by demonstrating subject matter expertise and knowledge.
• Provide support to team members in technical skills, industry knowledge, and soft skills.

Advisory

Not Applicable

Valuation

Associate

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Engineering, Economics, or another relevant quantitative discipline .
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in valuations, transaction services, corporate finance, audit, financial reporting, investment banking, asset management, consulting, or related field.
• Strong understanding of financial instrument valuation, including derivatives and fixed income securities.
• Experience building and reviewing financial models and performing quantitative analyses.
• Strong knowledge of capital markets, valuation methodologies,…