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Jonathan Bryan

@jonathanbryan

Cross-border Investment Banker with experience in corporate development, previously part of the Private Equity and Deal Advisory team

Indonesia

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role beyond financial advisory where I can be involved in end-to-end strategic initiatives, work cross-functionally, and contribute to driving long-term business growth. I’d also like to gain broader exposure by working outside the region and learning from different markets,

Jonathan is a strategic financial advisor with deep expertise in both equity and debt capital markets (ECM and DCM). He has a proven track record of developing robust financial models using VBA Macros, conducting valuations, and delivering commercial feasibility studies for project finance and restructuring initiatives. He also plays a key role in supporting buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions and has managed business portfolios across a range of industries, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region. He has been instrumental in identifying potential investors and target companies, driving deal flow, and building strategic partnerships to support his clients’ corporate finance strategies (including FP&A and post-merger integration). He thrives in cross-cultural, collaborative environments, leveraging both qualitative and quantitative research to achieve objectives and provide a broad perspective that enhances stakeholder engagement and decision-making capabilities.

Database Proficiency: S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg Terminal, IBIS, EMIS, Euromonitor, Refinitiv Eikon, Global Data, Factiva, IHS Markit, Fitch, Speeda, SAP, etc.

Industry Exp.: Energy, Materials, Consumer Staples, Healthcare, Financial, Real Estate, Tech, Infrastructure, Transport., etc.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Investment Banking Associate

Current

YCP

May 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Advised multinational corporations and private equity/venture capital firms on market entry into high-growth APAC markets, or business owners in divesting their stakes through cross-border M&A and other investment agreements

Financial Modeling Valuation Due Diligence M&A Deal Sourcing Financial Analysis

Financial Analyst Supervisor

Sinar Mas Group

Jul 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Supported the executive board in identifying and acquiring distressed firms and turnaround businesses to diversify the group’s portfolio, create synergies, and drive operational efficiency through lean practices across companies

Corporate Finance Financial Modeling Fundraising Due Diligence Cash Flow Analysis PMO Stakeholder Management

Corporate Valuation Associate

PwC

Sep 2021 - Jun 2022 (9 months)

Delivered US$9.7bn+ worth of feasibility studies and financial models for various purposes: project finance, merger & acquisition, initial public offering, audit support, and other valuation services (e.g., Brand, License, ESOP)

Valuation Financial Modeling Purchase Price Allocation Project Finance Due Diligence Financial Analysis

Business Project Analyst

Independent Researcher & Consultant, Dr. Putu Anom Mahadwartha

Sep 2019 - Aug 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Led a team under the Managing Director’s supervision as a subcontractor of Surveyor Indonesia to evaluate potential investment opportunities, cut off low-margin projects, and advise deals for the government that brought in US$100mn+

feasibility studies Financial Advisory Project Finance M&A Due Diligence Financial Modeling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Surabaya

Bachelor, Finance & Investment Management

Grade: 3.8/4.0 (Cum Laude)

Activities and societies: Head of Education & Portfolio Advisor of Investor Club, Event Vice-Coordinator of Advertising & Entrepreneur Club, Marketing Executive of Sports & Arts Club, Liaison Officer of Choir Club, Exam Grader, CFA Volunteer

Undergraduate Thesis: Factors Affecting Syndicated Loan Spreads in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam

Awards: Merit Scholarship Awardee, CFA Scholarship Awardee, Top 15th Place in HSBC Indonesia Business Case Competition, 4th Place in CFA Institute Indonesia - Equity Research Challenge, 3rd Place in UNESA National Case Competition