Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related quantitative field., 1-3 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, M&A, or Corporate Development., Strong business development and financial analysis skills, including building financial models., CFA designation and familiarity with a buy-and-build model are assets..

Key responsabilities:

Identify, evaluate, and negotiate acquisitions of vertical software businesses.

Conduct comprehensive pre-acquisition due diligence in collaboration with the Montreal team.

Negotiate deal terms to achieve $15-20 million in annual acquired revenues.

Build and maintain relationships with business owners and sell-side advisors.

Job description

Job Title: M&A Associate

Company: Valsoft

Location: Canada (Remote)

Type: Full-Time

Valsoft are looking for an experienced M&A Associate to drive our growth-through acquisition strategy.

About Valsoft:

Valsoft specialises in acquiring and growing vertical market software companies. Our mission is to provide a permanent home for software businesses, preserving the legacy of their founders while investing in the long-term growth and success of the companies we acquire. We operate and manage a global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, delivering mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Valsoft ensures a time-sensitive integration process and operates a decentralised model, fostering rapid growth through reinvestment in its portfolio.

The Role:

As an M&A Associate at Valsoft, you will play a critical role in driving our growth-through-acquisition strategy. You will focus on identifying, evaluating, and negotiating the acquisition of vertical software businesses in niche markets, working closely with our Investment Partners. You will own the end-to-end acquisition process, from sourcing targets to closing deals, with the goal of contributing $15-20 million annually in acquired revenues. This role requires a unique blend of business development, financial analysis, and relationship management skills, as well as an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for uncovering new opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Employ a proactive approach, reaching out to potential targets through various channels, conducting exploratory calls, and fostering relationships with business owners and sell-side advisors.
Evaluate and assess target acquisitions against Valsoft's criteria and determine realistic valuation expectations.
Conduct comprehensive pre-acquisition due diligence, covering both commercial and financial aspects, in collaboration with the Montreal team.
Negotiate deal terms, aiming to achieve $15-20 million in annual acquired revenues with the support of the Investment Partner.
Perform other related duties as assigned to contribute to the overall success of acquisition initiatives.

About You:

A Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related quantitative field is essential.
1-3 years (or more) of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, M&A, Corporate Development, or Accounting (with CFA and/or M&A experience as a strong asset).
Strong business development and financial analysis skills, including building financial models.
Willingness to travel for deals and trade shows.
CFA designation (asset).
Familiarity with a buy-and-build model and experience/knowledge in vertical software, technology, or software (asset).
Demonstrated eagerness to learn about various businesses across diverse industries.
Growth mindset, with a commitment to personal and process improvement.
Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain authentic, long-term relationships.
Entrepreneurial mindset, capable of independently overcoming challenges and establishing operations in new countries.
Proven leadership skills with the potential to build, grow, and manage a local team in the future.
Legally authorized to work in Canada.