We are looking for highly qualified individuals who are interested in pursuing a long-term career on an aggressive growth Mergers & Acquisitions team. In the past 12 months, this team has evaluated over 300 projects and closed 50 deals. You will play an integral role on our greater Business Development team, providing quantitative and analytical support for buy-side transactions. SVP M&A Analysts work closely with C-Level executives during all stages of the transaction, so they develop both the execution and client skills required to grow into an effective senior executive. Reporting directly to the M&A Director, the M&A Analyst is expected to perform many of the elements of an engagement including analyzing acquisition target financial and operational performance, assisting with maintenance of department pipeline tracking tools, assisting with management of due diligence including coordination with SVP corporate departments and Seller representatives, and communicating information and insights to senior and executive management. Activities will include analyzing acquisition information, building models, drawing insights and conclusions, and preparing and communicating reports and presentations. JOB DUTIES/KNOWLEDGE Supports the Business Development department with target opportunities by developing, understanding and adapting valuation models to those opportunities. Prepares financial and market analysis of specific geographic areas to determine attractiveness of growth opportunities. Forecasts acquisition target results and applies valuation methodologies to provide executive management with financial projections, recommended valuation, and key investment metrics. Develops profitability and key statistic analyses of revenue mix, labor ratios, client mix, location demographics and other business insights to support acquisition opportunities. Monitors, forecasts, and interprets financial and operational performance of acquisitions and/or joint ventures to determine variation from expected results. Supports the Business Development department by maintaining tracking tools and participating with other corporate departments during due diligence Performs ad hoc analysis as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related analytically focused field. Strong analytical background analyzing statistical, operational and financial data. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office with a focus on manipulating large data sets in Microsoft Excel. Excellent interpersonal skills including strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated knowledge of customer service skills when responding to questions and other inquiries from internal and external customers. Ability to make recommendations to management based upon review of data. THE SVP WAY - OUR CORE VALUES We deliver on our mission by executing our WAG Values and exemplifying them in everything we do. WORK TOGETHER – We are part of something greater We are a community; We work as a team; we are better together AMAZE – We create #AMAZING moments Exceed expectations; Deliver personalized care; Have a “YES” mentality GROW – We are always seeking ways to improve Grow our hospitals; Serve more pets; Enhance Staff capabilities Benefits Work with an organization recognized as #1 in Healthcare by Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplaces in 2024. Online discount platform Collaborative team of people who live out our WAG values (work together, amaze, grow) Competitive salary Health, dental + vision insurance 401K with a company match Life insurance, short-term disability, and telemedicine Upward mobility and growth opportunities Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays Discounted veterinary care for your four-legged family members An opportunity to make a valuable impact on over 400 veterinary hospitals nationwide