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Any KPMG FDD associates willing to chat?
What is a look back analysis?
Differences between GT and BDO for FDD?
how much harder is banking then valuation?
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FDD is one of the most challenging parts of the M&A lifecycle, but it is also where you learn the most. Build strong relationships and don’t hesitate to lean on your network when you get stuck. That approach was one of the most valuable tools for me as I progressed from Senior Associate to Senior Manager.
For the love of everything learn to use excel for your managers sake
The accounting technicals you can learn over time, deal exposure will give you experience on a variety of issues. We often also use folks AAS to tackle more complex accounting issues
Like the person above me said, have good excel skills, a good base of knowledge and the ability to work a lot and you’re good
Same. Read the engagement scope and ask ChatGPT everything you don’t understand.
Otherwise there will be a learning curve but get as many reps as possible. Best to find a platform and hammer out bolt ons
It will be like drinking from a fire hose for the first 6 months. Then you get the hang of the pace and see patterns
Salary? Office/Region?