Senior Associate / Associate, M&A at Perseus Group, Constellation Software

Associate / Sr. Associate, M&A

(Hybrid 1-2 Days/Week - Toronto, Yonge & St. Clair)

Note: Job title will be determined during the hiring process based on a candidate’s work experience and qualifications. Responsibilities will remain the same, with higher expectations of a Sr. Associate in leading deals.

Overview:

Perseus, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., acquires vertical market software companies around the world with a buy and hold mandate. It provides them with the strategic guidance and financial security they need to become leaders within their respective markets.

Are you a top-performing proven financial professional with honed financial modelling skills, exceptional business sense, a strong inherent drive, and exemplary relationship management skills? We are looking for a driven, hard-working, modelling-guru with the demonstrated potential to become a future leader for the Perseus Operating Group at Constellation Software, a fast-growing global technology company.

The Associate / Sr. Associate of M&A will support the Sr. Director of M&A throughout the entire M&A life cycle from lead generation through to closing transactions. The expectation is the candidate will be able to lead transactions independently as their career progresses.

Work Experience/Profile:

• 4+ years of progressive work experience at a top tier accounting, capital advisory, investment banking, management consulting and/or private equity firm, with 1-3 years of mid-market deal experience executing transactions.
• Experience working with small owner-managed businesses as a client/target.
• Buy side experience is a plus but not required.
• CPA, CA designation / CFA/ and/or MBA are considered assets but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal & written) with an emphasis on relationships and report writing.
• Expertise in building financial models and preparing supporting analysis with strong attention to detail. Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Willing to work flexible hours and travel when required to close transactions.
• Experience evaluating key risks and opportunities in a business is an asset but not required.
• Confidence and polish is required for frequent interaction with Senior Executives, Business Owners, Investment Bankers, Lawyers, Accountants, and other key Stakeholders.
  
  

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Sr. Director of M&A throughout the entire M&A process with the opportunity to independently lead the acquisition process from start to finish in time.
• Qualify targets for fit and deal probability through leading early conversations with business owners/senior executives and review of initial diligence materials
• Perform detailed financial analysis on the financial statements and underlying data to identify trends and assess business strength and quality
• Build a detailed financial model in Excel to determine valuation and present offers to Senior Leaders of the M&A team.
• Drive the entire due diligence process and coordinate across multiple internal teams (tax, HR, legal, finance etc.). Complete and/or review the operational models and investment memos to support the investment thesis.
• Maintain relationships with decision makers at acquisition targets.
  
  

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