Robert Half Finance and Accounting has partnered with one of DFW's fastest growing technology organizations on a search for a new Senior Corporate Development Analyst. In this role you will play a pivotal role in strategic growth and development initiatives. You will work closely with the Corporate Development team to identify and assess potential acquisition targets, help with financial due diligence, and support the integration of acquired companies. Your analytical and strategic skills will be crucial in helping us make informed investment decisions and achieve our business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Due Diligence: Collaborate with the Corporate Development team to conduct financial due diligence on potential acquisition targets.
• Liaise with Stakeholders: Work closely with investment bankers and company executives to manage the deal process effectively.
• Market and Industry Analyses: Support the team by providing quarterly market and industry analyses for the business units.
• Market Mapping: Complete market mapping for strategic focus areas identified by management.
• Identify Acquisition Targets: Identify potential acquisition targets, conduct preliminary research, assess strategic fit, and recommend investments for approval by company leaders.
• Manage Inbound Opportunities: Handle inbound opportunities from bankers, including NDA execution and timeline management.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain a database of pipeline opportunities for potential acquisitions.
• Financial Analysis: Construct data books in Excel to analyze financial and operational metrics for potential targets. Build financial models, including discounted cash flow models and buy vs. build analyses.
• Deal Documentation: Support in drafting Indications of Interest (IOIs) and Letters of Intent (LOIs).
• Merger Integration: Collaborate with the broader organization to draft, manage, and oversee the merger integration plan and process.
• Post-Acquisition Monitoring: Monitor the financial and operational performance of acquired companies.
• Best Practices: Establish and continually refine best practices for all aspects of the M&A process.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of Transaction Advisory and Financial Due Diligence experience is required.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information and develop actionable strategies.
• Technical understanding of accounting, finance, deal processes, and data analysis.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment.
• Demonstrated project management, organization, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple complex and competing priorities.

If you are a highly motivated and analytical professional seeking to make a significant impact in the world of corporate development, this is the role for you.

This growth focused organization offers a competitive salary based on experience, strong annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits package including Hybrid work model, Matching 401K, MDV, 4 weeks' vacation, health club membership, and much more.