Job description

Our team:

Our transaction advisory group consists of full-service financial advisors (buy or sell) that advise clients through the entire M&A process - from assessment of shareholder objectives and strategic alternatives to the initial valuation, quality of earnings assessment, preparation of a financial model and marketing materials, solicitation of interest and negotiations, and through closing. We assist our clients through some of their most important business and life decisions.

A day in the life of an M&A Associate:

Business development - preparation of marketing materials and assistance with prospecting new mandates
Execute on active corporate finance and transaction advisory mandates
Develop an in-depth understanding of a client’s objectives,
Learn the multi-faceted drivers of the business including service / product, customers, suppliers, geographic reach, competitive landscape, historical performance

Apply business, accounting, finance, and analytical skills to engagements (e.g., financial trending, modeling, ratio analysis, financial statement analysis, etc. )

Collaborate with client and internal senior resources to prepare the following:

In-depth industry and competitive research (incl. current industry insights, precedent transactions, and value creation opportunities)
Normalized financials, integrated financial models and due diligence workbooks
Marketing pitches (CIMS, Teasers, Management Presentations, etc.)
Potential buyer lists

Facilitate discussion amongst various stakeholders (buyers, sellers. advisors, etc.)
Support clients through the negotiating and closing phases of a transaction
Collaborate with legal counsel, assisting with review of agreements and preparation of disclosure schedules

What we are looking for:

Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience preferably in corporate finance, investment banking, transaction services, or audit
Undergraduate or graduate degree with a focus on accounting, finance or business administration along with the completion of at least one finance or accounting designation (CPA, CBV or CFA)
Strong computer literacy with emphasis on Excel, PowerPoint and Word presentation skills
Very strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple mandates.
Ability to prepare integrated financial models, and valuation analysis
Ability to use research tools to extract relevant background material for business development and transaction support
Strong personal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment under time constraints
Comprehensive financial and accounting skills
Experience in financial services and ability to manage multiple projects and complex concepts

What's in it for you?