Analyst/Associate, M&A (Calgary)

EY; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Calgary is seeking an M&A Analyst/Associate to join their industry-leading team. You will perform market research, analyze key business drivers, and prepare financial models for high-profile transactions. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and relevant experience in finance or accounting are necessary. The firm offers comprehensive benefits, generous time off, and opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about transactions and work well under pressure, apply today.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage

Mental health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Generous time off

Exclusive learning programs

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of work experience for Analyst role.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant work experience for Associate role.
• Professional designation such as CPA, CBV, or CFA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform market research and analysis.
• Prepare detailed financial models.
• Manage due diligence processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Financial modeling

Relationship building

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Opportunity

Running a business is all about making intelligent decisions, powered by accurate information. As a Mergers & Acquisitions ("M&A") Analyst/Associate, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our talented and highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. EY has an established, industry‑leading M&A Practice. Within the M&A group, we offer expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, financing and valuations and advise clients on all aspects of strategic transaction and capital sourcing activities. When you join our industry‑leading team, you’ll be working with leading business tools and methodologies to provide strategic advice to some of the most sophisticated clients around. We are a growing practice that has the resources to serve any client, anywhere in the world.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform market research and analysis, including analysis of key business drivers and market, competition and industry risk and opportunity analysis
• Synthesize research information such as comparable company and precedent transactions to be used in modeling, competitive analysis, industry analysis, potential buyers, negotiation support and various other applications.
• Prepare detailed financial models, including scenario analysis
• Prepare valuation analysis using a range of valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow analysis, comparable market multiples and precedent transaction analysis
• Prepare quality first drafts of pitches, marketing materials, management presentations and client presentations.
• Oversee an electronic data room and manage a due diligence process for buy and sell side engagements, working closely with client and target personnel
• Provide strategic advice to clients across a range of industries and transactions
• Support the VPs and SVPs in identifying and exploring potential new business

Skills and Attributes for Success

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for transactions and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients’ goals.

• Working knowledge of Canadian and International Finance and Accounting concepts and understanding of key business drivers, principally as they relate to M&A transactions.
• Dedicated and motivated individual with high career aspirations and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently to complete tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure with multiple competing deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to develop relationships and liaison with EY colleagues and team members to achieve premium outcomes for our clients.
• A "roll up the sleeves" attitude.
• A passion for working with entrepreneurs and private business owners and management teams.
• Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint and financial modeling skills.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a similar program.
• Analyst: 2–4 years of work experience in a related field.
• Associate: Minimum 4+ years of relevant work experience (e.g., Investment banking, M&A, financing, corporate development, financial analysis, etc.).

Preferred (Optional)

• Professional designation, such as CPA, CBV, or CFA, or progress towards completion of the CBV or CFA program of studies.

What We Offer

The EY benefits package supports your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing with comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, mental health benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and group savings plans. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm‑wide holidays, as well as the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs and internal career development opportunities, and get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples.

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Inclusiveness at EY

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity, supporting the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting neuro‑inclusion and accessibility initiatives, and amplifying Indigenous voices nationally as we strive towards reconciliation.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.