Consultant- Financial Derivatives Team

Description:

An empty job that is used for creating requAt KPMG Israel, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we provide audit and business advisory services to leading companies across the market. Our growth is driven by delivering meaningful results to our clients, while our people and culture are at the core of what makes KPMG a great place to work.

We are currently seeking a Consultant to join the Financial Derivatives team within the Financial Advisory Services Department.+

The team provides economic and valuation advisory services related to derivatives and complex financial instruments, including:

• OTC derivatives and structured products
• Valuation of options and equity instruments
• Valuation of various financial instruments and derivatives, including a wide range of debt instruments and complex equity‑linked instruments, using advanced valuation models such as the Merton model, binomial models, Monte Carlo simulations, and other methodologies
• Performing synthetic credit ratings for public and private companies for the purpose of debt instrument valuation
• Valuation of financial instruments within complex capital structures using methodologies such as OPM, PWERM, and additional approaches
• All engagements are conducted in accordance with accepted valuation methodologies and in compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS and US GAAP).

Responsibilities

The role includes:

• Gaining a strong understanding of all areas of the team’s activities, including accepted valuation methodologies, relevant accounting standards, and prevailing market practices
• Building, maintaining, and analyzing complex financial models in Excel, often in data‑ and assumption‑intensive environments
• Working closely with internal teams and external advisory clients
• Preparing economic opinions and professional reports in both Hebrew and English
• Taking part in the development and implementation of process improvements, including the use of AI solutions and advanced analytical tools
• Ongoing work with leading financial information systems, such as LSEG and additional database

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or Mathematics – mandatory
• 1–2 years of experience in relevant fields, such as financial derivatives valuation, options pricing, financial advisory, or a related discipline
• High‑level proficiency in Excel and the ability to work with and understand complex financial models
• Strong financial understanding, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
• High level of independence alongside strong teamwork skills, stakeholder management, and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Hebrew and English
• Master’s degree specializing in Finance, Statistics, Engineering, Financial Mathematics, or Financial Risk Management – a significant advantage 

The position is open to all candidates. We support diversity and inclusion and view them as a source of strength, growth, and continuous learning. We are committed to empowering women and men alike