M&A Analyst

Role: Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Analyst

Business Address & Location of Work: 151 Bloor St W Suite 400, Toronto, ON M5S 1S4, Canada

Type: Permanent / Full Time, Hybrid

Hours (per week): 40 

Base Salary: $97,500 CAD annually, earned on a prorated basis and paid in arrears  

Benefits: 

• Discretionary bonus: discretionary bonuses of up to $13,500 of the Annual base salary may be awarded. 
• Stock options: eligible to receive grants of options to purchase shares in Banyan Software or affiliated companies.
• Expenses: reimbursement for all reasonable business expenses actually and properly incurred.
• Resources: laptop and mobile device. Health: disability insurance, extended medical insurance, dental insurance, HSA 

Job Profile: This is an exciting opportunity to become a key contributor to a lean, high-energy, high-volume M&A team. The core activities will resemble that of a technology-focused corporate development team or private equity firm. The Analyst will take on critical functions within the deal origination, diligence, and transaction processes, and will have a measurable impact on the organization. The experience will be unique and rewarding with the Analyst being exposed to new industries, business models, valuation methods, research techniques, and C-level executives.

English is the required language for this position. 

Job Duties:

• Collaborate with Banyan’s M&A and the executive team to source and evaluate acquisitions.
• Lead conversations with owners, advisors, and bankers with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.
• Prepare and analyze financial and non-financial information, valuation, and operational models.
• Evaluate financial risks and prepare financial forecasts, financing scenarios, and financial models. 
• Prepare and write investment reports and recommendations.
• Plan short- and long-term cash flows and assess financial performance in the software sector.
• Analyze prospective investments in the software sector and prepare risk profiles for assessment.
• Implement financing of projects in coordination with financial brokers and management teams.
• Develop, implement, and use tools for managing and analyzing company portfolios.
• Assist in preparing operating and investment budgets
• Drive the entire M&A process, including conducting detailed financial, sales, marketing, and operational diligence; drafting investment memorandums for board approval; and crafting integration strategy.
• Manage diligence processes and engage with internal/ external legal, technology, HR, and tax.
• Assist in the finance, operations, and integration of newly acquired businesses.

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance.
• Minimum 2 years of M&A experience, working in private equity, investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate development, or a software-specific industry. 

Qualifications for success:

• Expertise in building financial models, and proficiency in preparing thoughtfully structured analysis.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to converse with senior executives.
• Ambitious career goals with the ability to work flexible hours to grow within a fast-growing organization.
• A strong understanding of technology and a passion for the software industry.

How to Apply: Please send your Resume/CV to Bhavina Arora [email protected]