Associate – Deal Advisory

Are you looking for an exciting career path in an energetic and growing due diligence team advising clients on complex transactions? Then, join KPMG's entrepreneurial Due Diligence team to contribute to the growth of KPMG's Deal Advisory. We are looking for associates, ready to dive into exciting projects and work with our colleagues to make a difference to our clients from day one.

In KPMG's Due Diligence team, you will have the opportunity to advise leading Danish and international companies/investors on strategic engagements and act as a trusted advisor in their decision-making processes.With more than 350 announced deals since early 2016, KPMG is the leading due diligence provider on the Danish market with Nature Energy, Carlsberg, Danfoss, Shell, Maersk, Royal Unibrew, Gro Capital, Bain and Triton among the company names for deals we have worked on.

Examples of tasks that you will do:

• Support the team in providing financial and business due diligence for buy- and sell-side transaction advisory engagements.
• Learn and utilise the latest data-analytic tools in order to analyse historical and projected trading, quality of earnings, balance sheets, and cash flow with respect to purchase price and negotiation of the target company.
• Create and design tailored transaction advisory reports specific to key issues such as normalised earnings, valuation model input assumptions, achievability of management's budget, and debt considerations.

Perks of joining our amazing team

Our team is a national unit operating from two offices, with a larger team in Copenhagen and a growing team in Aarhus, consisting of experienced professionals who deliver excellence in due diligence services across a range of purposes, such as:

• Advising clients on a wide range of transaction-related services within due diligence including providing M&A support from pre-deal evaluation, buy and sell-side financial due diligence to completion assistance.
• Help clients identify opportunities and risks in acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures (JVs), and assist with buyouts and initial public offerings (IPOs).

Our clients include domestic as well as international corporations, PE, financial institutions, and governments. Our engagements are a mix of short and long duration, client-site and office-based work in Denmark, rest of the Nordics, the EU and overseas. Our team is situated in the KPMG headquarters in Copenhagen and in Aarhus.

We are a diverse and inclusive team, where job satisfaction and social frameworks are prioritised – even during busy periods. The hierarchy is flat, and we value team spirit, a good working environment, and social events. Our competitive salary package includes flexible working hours and attractive parental leave conditions, so you can thrive both professionally and personally.

About you, our newest team member

Whether you have already finished your studies or will graduate in 2026, you're ready to contribute and start your professional journey with us. We're looking for someone motivated to learn, grow, and bring new ideas to the table.

You'll recognize yourself in the following:

• You have a relevant master's degree in finance, accounting, auditing or economics.
• You thrive in a co-operative and collaborative team environment. We expect you to be innovative, creative, and motivated.
• You have proficient data and analytical skills with a detective-like curiosity, uncovering hidden insights and trends through detailed and accurate assessments.
• You're fluent in English and an effective communicator. You take responsibility for your work, invest in continuous learning, and thrive in collaborative and goal-oriented teams.
• Experience within accounting or auditing is a plus but not a requirement.

Looking for a graduate programme? Let us show you another way to grow.

At KPMG, you will join a flexible and supportive environment that encourages both personal and professional growth. From day one, you'll work on meaningful client projects and collaborate with a diverse team of skilled professionals.

Alongside your everyday learning as a consultant, you'll also join our KPMG Challenger Academy - a structured three-module program designed to build up your consulting skills through training and workshops with other new consultants. Whether you're fresh out of university or already have some experience, the Academy ensures everyone starts on the same playing field.

Throughout the journey, you'll set your own goals, benefit from continuous feedback, and receive guidance from your assigned Koach, supporting you in building the career you are sincerely motivated by.

Are you ready to become part of KPMG? Send your application today

This position was posted 7 October 2025, and we review applications on an ongoing basis. We take candidates into the recruitment process continuously and close the position down once we have found the right candidate.

All we need from you is your CV transcript and answers to the following questions. How you choose to respond is entirely up to you - your answers will help us get to know you better and provide a basis for further discussion in a potential interview.

The questions are:

• Describe a situation where you worked with large or complex financial data. How did you structure your analysis, and what tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, data analytics software) did you use to extract meaningful insights?

• Our projects often run under tight deadlines with shifting priorities. Can you give an example of how you managed competing tasks or deadlines, and how you ensured accuracy under time pressure?

• In transaction services, you'll work with changing teams and clients across different industries. Can you share an experience where you had to quickly build trust and collaborate with new colleagues or stakeholders to achieve a goal?

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Mads Tellerup on

Please note that we do not accept applications by e-mail to ensure GDPR compliance.

At KPMG, we are committed to developing diverse talent at all levels. We encourage all interested candidates to apply, regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or ethnicity.

We can't wait to hear from you

Application due23/11/2025

Start dateAs soon as possible

Position typeDeal Advisory

WorkplaceAarhus

Mads Tellerup

Senior Associate