Merger & Acquisitions Analyst

We are CyberFortress - The Recovery People CyberFortress is a global company that makes it simple to rapidly and reliably backup and recover any data to prevent damage to the business. Data is stored in secure, geo-redundant facilities, and our suite of solutions enables our data recovery experts to create a custom, comprehensive solution for any size organization. Whenever a customer needs data recovery, they receive personalized support from a human being every hour of every day of the year. For more information, visit our website: Job Summary: The M&A Analyst will be responsible for evaluating, analyzing, and supporting the entire lifecycle of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. You will be a core contributor to financial modeling, due diligence, and deal execution, while also playing a key role in post-merger integration planning and execution. This position requires a strong proficiency in corporate finance, a high degree of independent judgment, and the ability to manage work assignments of increasing complexity. Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Modeling & Valuation: Perform comprehensive financial modeling to assess the financial health of potential targets and determine their value. Analyze financial statements, cash flow, revenue models, and profitability to inform valuation.
• Market & Target Analysis: Track potential acquisition targets, monitor relevant market opportunities, and analyze regulatory factors that may impact deal execution. Develop reports that clearly summarize market and valuation insights.
• Due Diligence & Risk Identification: Support and lead aspects of the due diligence process, thoroughly examining the financial, legal, operational, and strategic aspects of a potential acquisition target. Identify and communicate key risks and opportunities to ensure a full understanding of the target business.
• Deal Execution & Negotiation: Support the negotiation process by creating financial models and supporting the crafting of term sheets and valuation reports. Help determine the appropriate deal structure (e.g., all-cash, stock swaps).
• Post-Merger Integration: Develop detailed integration plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies. Facilitate communication between integrating entities to ensure a smooth transition and ensure post-acquisition value is captured and realized.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting: Develop reports and presentations that clearly summarize financial performance and valuation for senior leadership and other stakeholders. Collaborate with legal teams, external advisors, and cross-functional teams to inform and support all phases of the deal and integration process. Qualifications:
• Educational Foundation: Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Professional Experience: 2+ years of relevant professional experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related M&A field.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, valuation methodologies (e.g., DCF, CCA, PTA), and financial statement analysis.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly summarize complex financial performance and valuation insights for diverse audiences.
• Independent Judgment: Proven ability to conduct work assignments of increasing complexity under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive and analytical approach to identifying and resolving challenges, particularly during the due diligence and integration phases.
• Familiarity: Experience working with and analyzing technology or SaaS business models is highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or relevant work experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related field.
• Experience with a technology or SaaS business model.
• Familiarity with the cybersecurity or AI industry. CyberFortress Core Values: Our core values aren’t just words on a page. They form the foundation of how we operate as individuals and a company.
• People First: We provide the opportunity for everyone to do meaningful work with people they love to work with.
• Humble and Driven to Results: We “roll up our sleeves” and are willing to pitch in when and where it is needed.
• Why and What's Next: We let curiosity continue to ask the next question until we have a clear picture of a great outcome.
• Act on the Truth: We speak up, get to the facts of the situation, and make the hard decisions in a healthy way. Our Commitment to a Total Rewards Package: All work and no play is no way to live. At CyberFortress, we believe in fair pay and fair play. That means we pay competitive salaries and make sure that everyone has plenty of time for life, family and friends outside of the office.
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