Mergers & Acquisitions Senior Analyst

talentmanagementsolution; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Team events

Growth opportunities

Generous vacation policy

Supplemental health benefits

Job summary

CORA Group, a CORA M&A unit within Jonas Software, is hiring a Senior Analyst to drive all stages of the M&A process from evaluation to closing for software verticals in North America. Based in Toronto with hybrid work, you will collaborate with business development, portfolio managers and senior executives, building valuation models, conducting due diligence and preparing investment memorandums.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in consulting, PE or IB, strong Excel and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in consulting, private equity, investment banking or similar
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in building financial models
• Ability to translate raw data into concise presentations delivered to senior executives
• Strong time management and ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Strong integrity and trustworthiness
• Have a deep passion and interest in investing
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of technology/software industry is an asset

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the quality of vertical-market software acquisition prospects with the BD/Portfolio teams
• Engage with acquisition targets' shareholders, executives and advisors while maintaining confidentiality
• Organize, analyze and present preliminary information from targets
• Develop high-level and complex valuation models
• Conduct financial and operational due diligence and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Prepare investment memorandums and discuss thesis with CORA Group leadership

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel skills

Due diligence

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Business/Finance/Economics/Accounting degree

Job description

Job Description

Compensation & Role Details:

Expected Salary Range: The expected base salary range for this role is between $90,000 - $100,000 CAD , depending on experience and qualifications

Role Type: New Role

AI Disclosure: AI may be used during the hiring process.

Mergers & Acquisitions Senior Analyst

About CORA Group/ Jonas Software

CORA Group (Collective Organization Redefining Advancement) operates as a portfolio within Jonas Software, positioned within North America to the Collection & Recovery, Food Service, Construction, Wine/Retail, Moving & Storage, Loyalty, Legal, and Long-Term Care Pharmacy industries. Adding to its 1000 employees, CORA is continuously expanding through acquisitions. CORA was formally launched in 2022 in order to better position themselves with an emphasis on employee culture while accelerating growth through acquisition and investing in the long-term.

Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 130 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain. Jonas' vision is to be the global leader across the vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of 'Software for Life' and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.

Together, we are the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.

Job Profile ( Location - Toronto, Hybrid)

We are currently hiring a Senior Analyst for our M&A execution team. As a Senior analyst, you will work with and report to the Senior Director, M&A who leads acquisitions for CORA Group, you will have an opportunity to drive all stages of the M&A process, including:

• Working closely with our business development team and Portfolio Managers to evaluate the quality of vertical-market software acquisition prospects;
• Engaging with acquisition targets' shareholders, executives and financial advisors, while maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and professionalism;
• Organizing, analyzing and presenting preliminary information received from potential acquisition targets;
• Developing high level and complex valuation models;
• Conducting financial and operational due diligence, and project managing due diligence activities of cross functional teams, including human resources, research and development, tax and legal departments;
• Preparing investment memorandums, discussing the investment thesis and plan for the business post-closing with internal senior executives at CORA Group; and

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will possess 2-3 years of experience working in consulting, private equity, investment banking or other similar experience;
• Excellent academic performance in a business, finance, economics, or accounting-related degree;
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in building financial models, and capable of translating raw data into thoughtful analysis and concise presentations that will be delivered to senior executives;
• High quality decision making and problem solving skills, with the ability to grasp new and complex concepts quickly, while dealing with ambiguity and imperfect data;
• Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task between various on-going responsibilities to meet established deadlines;
• Strong integrity and trustworthiness;
• Have a deep passion and interest in investing;
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills with the confidence and polish to speak with business owners, senior executives and external professional advisors; and
• A strong understanding of technology and the software industry is an asset.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus
• Significant upwards growth trajectory for high performers
• Generous vacation policy and supplemental health benefits plan
• Remote work flexibility, regular team event

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Business Unit

CORA M&A

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Number of Openings Available

1

Worker Type

Regular

More About Jonas Software

Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain.

Jonas' vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of "Software for Life." We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.

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