Strategic M&A Finance Program Manager

UAP inc.; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UAP inc. is seeking an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Project Manager specializing in finance. The role plans, coordinates, executes, and supports projects arising from M&A transactions, ensuring deadlines and deal objectives are met.

It combines financial analysis, accounting, and governance oversight across multiple workstreams. The successful candidate will manage the full transaction lifecycle, produce executive reports, and drive process improvements while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management; a professional designation (CPA, CFA) or PMP certification is a strong asset.
• 10 years of relevant experience in managing financial projects related to M&A, restructurings, or integrations.
• Strong financial expertise: proficiency in financial statements, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and advanced Excel modeling.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) projects by translating strategy into integrated work plans.
• Manage the full transaction lifecycle (due diligence, closing, finance integration, and stabilization).
• Oversee financial metrics, project budgets, risk registers, and critical timelines.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and facilitate governance committees, without direct hierarchical authority.
• Produce progress reports, executive dashboards, and variance analyses for senior management.
• Optimize processes by designing and updating M&A project management guides, tools, and templates.
• Resolve complex issues and develop contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges during transactions.

Skills

M&A experience

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel modeling

Stakeholder communication

Bilingual French/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management

CPA/CFA or PMP asset

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UAP inc. is seeking an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Project Manager specializing in finance. The role plans, coordinates, executes, and supports projects arising from M&A transactions, ensuring deadlines and deal objectives are met.

It combines financial analysis, accounting, and governance oversight across multiple workstreams. The successful candidate will manage the full transaction lifecycle, produce executive reports, and drive process improvements while coordinating