M&A Due Diligence Contractor

Aplin; Alberta; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Aplin is seeking a part-time M&A Due Diligence Contractor to assist in assessing acquisition targets through detailed analysis and operational reviews. The role involves collaboration with advisory firms and internal teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Ideal candidates will have a background in finance or accounting and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in transaction advisory or investment banking.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and operational due diligence on acquisition targets.
• Prepare reports highlighting key findings and risks.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CFA

MBA

Job description

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Our client is seeking an M&A Due Diligence Contractor to assist with assessing potential acquisition targets through detailed financial analysis, operational review, and risk identification. The role involves working alongside external advisory firms and ensuring acquisitions align with strategic, financial, and operational goals. This is a part-time, remote position with some variability in workload.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct comprehensive financial and operational due diligence on potential acquisition targets.
2. Review financial statements, tax returns, contracts, legal documents, and operational data.
3. Coordinate with internal teams (finance, operations, legal) and external advisors (legal counsel, accounting firms) during the diligence process.
4. Prepare clear and concise reports highlighting key findings, risks, and opportunities.
5. Review financial models and valuation analyses.
6. Assist in post-close integration planning and tracking of diligence items.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA is a plus.
• Relevant experience in transaction advisory, corporate development, investment banking, or audit with exposure to M&A.
• Strong financial analysis and accounting skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting findings effectively.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, along with its brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting top talent with organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada, including holding necessary work permits.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Insurance

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