Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions

About This Role

This Vice President, Mergers & Acquisitions will play a key role in the evolution of the M&A group by driving origination, managing all stages of the M&A lifecycle, and contributing to value creation. This individual will work closely with the Chief Acquisition Officer and other leaders to ensure the ultimate success of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Source high-quality acquisition targets that meet CMH’s criteria
• Manage all stages of the M&A lifecycle including valuation, diligence, negotiations, closing, and early-stage integration
• Work directly with the CAO and M&A team on gathering industry intelligence, origination and outreach
• Maintain a professional demeanor while building long-standing relationships throughout the country
• Ensure accuracy of diligence, financial analyses and data books, working closely with the M&A Associate
• Create financial spreads using general ledgers and creatively solve complex problems with limited information
• Draft indications of interest and letters of intent, taking a leadership role in aggregating and summarizing diligence findings
• Assist CAO and counsel in drafting purchase agreements and ancillary documents
• Prepare high-quality presentations that communicate complex ideas precisely and professionally
• Conduct proactive research and create whitepapers/reports supporting the M&A strategy

Requirements

• Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years of professional experience in investment banking, private equity, or accounting
• 3+ years of M&A transaction experience
• Experience managing quality of earnings, reviewing financial audits, stratifying general ledgers, and building EBITDA
• Fundamental understanding of GAAP and three statement financial models
• Highly proficient at Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Real world experience with valuation methodologies (DCF, comparable company analyses, comparable transaction analyses)
• Excellent communication and skills
• Highly analytical, self-motivated, and detail oriented with ability to balance multiple projects effectively

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years of professional experience in investment banking, private equity, or accounting, including 3+ years of M&A transaction experience

Nice to Have

• MBA or Masters in Accounting
• CPA
• CFA
• Transaction advisory services (quality of earnings) experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits