Program Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented M&A Program Manager / Director with a strong financial background, ideally rooted in financial auditing, to lead and execute key financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in creating and developing financial frameworks, conducting financial due diligence, and building robust business plans to support strategic acquisitions and partnerships.

This position requires a highly analytical, proactive, and results-driven professional with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1.Financial Due Diligence:
•Lead financial due diligence efforts for potential acquisition targets, identifying risks, opportunities, and synergies.
•Evaluate financial statements, operational data, and key financial metrics to provide insights into target companies' performance and viability.
•Work closely with external advisors, auditors, and legal teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence.

2.Business Planning and Financial Analysis:
•Create and further develop detailed business plans for M&A opportunities, including revenue forecasting, cost analysis, and return-on-investment calculations.
•Develop financial models to evaluate acquisition scenarios, perform valuation analysis, and assess long-term financial impacts.
•Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and ensure alignment with company strategy.

3.Financial Templates and Processes:
•Design, improve, and standardize financial templates and tools for consistent evaluation and reporting of M&A activities.
•Implement best practices in financial planning, analysis, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

4.Strategic Collaboration:
•Partner with cross-functional teams, including Strategy, Legal, Operations, and HR, to ensure alignment on acquisition goals and execution plans.
•Present findings, financial models, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.

5.Post-Acquisition Integration Support:
•Provide financial insights and guidance during the integration phase to ensure targets achieve desired synergies and financial objectives.
•Monitor post-deal performance and address financial challenges as needed.

6.Market Research and Opportunity Assessment:
•Analyze industry trends, market conditions, and competitor performance to identify and assess new M&A opportunities.
•Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and ensure compliance in all financial due diligence and reporting processes.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred).
•Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or ACCA are highly desirable.
•Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in financial auditing, financial due diligence, or corporate finance, with at least 3-5 years in M&A roles.
•Proven experience in ...