Corporate Development and Strategy Senior Analyst -M&A/Strategy

The Opportunity:

This position will be an integral component of ACA’s work on Corporate Development/M&A activities, Strategic Planning, and other initiatives. The position will play a role in the development of ACA’s business case evaluation models, perform analyses of industry/business sector information, contribute to the execution of the firm’s overall M&A strategy and assist in managing due diligence of acquisitions. The position will be part of a small team focused on high profile and high impact projects within the organization with significant visibility to senior management of the company, including the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and the Chief Strategy Officer/Head of Corporate Development.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and own detailed company valuations and financial models.
• Conduct thorough transaction analysis, including M&A transaction due diligence.
• Direct third-party advisors and coordinate other key logistics elements of M&A transaction processing.
• Draft and create investment review materials for presentation to senior management, private equity sponsor and board of directors.
• Exhibit high quality presentation skills and an ability to work cross functionally with a broad range of professionals within the organization.
• Assist in research to help build business cases for acquisition proposals.
• Review market trends and help determine implications for ACA based on comprehensive research and data analysis. Contribute to assessments through analysis and documentation of findings.
• Support the development of business cases to evaluate growth opportunities and the development of key materials to communicate opportunity within the organization.
• Assist in due diligence and integration planning and management.
• Conduct preliminary research on targets and present them to senior team members.
• Work with teams of professionals across ACA business lines to drive strategic initiatives and coordinate internal due diligence efforts on M&A activities.
• Complete ad hoc projects and other tasks and duties related to broader Strategy and Corp Dev initiatives, including, among other things, preparation of materials related to board of directors’ meetings and internal senior management meetings.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree (Business or Finance preferred but not required)
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in Corporate Strategy, Corporate Finance, M&A, Consulting, or a fast-paced project management role
• Knowledge of financial services, investment management, and/or Governance, Risk, and Compliance (“GRC”) verticals preferred but not required
• Ability to work in person in NYC office minimum 2-3 days per week

Skills and attributes for success:

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with financial statements, principles, and valuation techniques with minimal guidance required on financial concepts.
• Experience with financial modeling and business case analysis, including market sizing analysis.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent judgment and initiative
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to work under limited supervision

What working at ACA offers:

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We also offer unique benefits such as Student Debt Forgiveness and Pet Insurance.

About ACA:

ACA Group is the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. We empower our clients to reimagine GRC and protect and grow their business. Our innovative approach integrates consulting, managed services, and our ComplianceAlpha® technology platform with the specialized expertise of former regulators and practitioners and our deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape.

What we commit to:

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.