Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions

Kroll; Toronto; On-site; CAD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroll in Toronto, ON is seeking a Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions to drive buy-side and sell-side transactions for middle-market clients. You’ll blend financial analysis, deal process management, and direct client interaction to move engagements from pitch to close. The role requires at least 5 years of M&A experience, a finance or accounting degree, and strong communication.

You’ll mentor junior staff, manage multiple projects, and travel within Canada and the U.S. to serve clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a reputable M&A boutique, investment bank, or accounting firm with demonstrable M&A execution experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Professional designation such as CPA, CFA or CBV is an asset.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel within Canada and the U.S.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience managing day-to-day client relationships and projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of transactions in all stages, from initial client pitches to transaction closings
• Analyze and present financial information and complex strategic issues in a clear, concise and relevant manner to assist and guide decision-makers in corporate finance transactions.
• Ensure quality of client deliverables by having a strong attention to detail
• Mentor and develop staff - analysts and junior associates
• Individuals will be assigned a wide variety of projects and given as much responsibility as their experience and capabilities permit
• Demonstrated experience with managing day to day aspects of client relationships and projects
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and on weekends
• Travel within Canada and the U.S. is required

Skills

Financial analysis

Deal execution

Client relationship management

Leadership & mentoring

MS Office proficiency

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA, CFA or CBV designation

Job description

Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions

M&A

M&A | Toronto, ONT, Canada | 21015193

The M&A Vice President plays a central role in the execution of buy – side and sell – side transactions for middle – market clients, typically ranging from $25M–$500M in enterprise value. This position combines financial analysis, deal process management, and direct client interaction. The Vice President drives transactions from initial pitch through closing.

On the sell-side, Kroll works with founder-owned businesses, private equity backed companies and subsidiaries of larger corporations to advise them through the sale process. On the buy-side, we guide clients through acquisitions and investments by helping them to structure and negotiate transactions. At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex M&A challenges.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Work on a variety of transactions in all stages, from initial client pitches to transaction closings

Analyze and present financial information and complex strategic issues in a clear, concise and relevant manner to assist and guide decision-makers in corporate finance transactions.

• Ensure quality of client deliverables by having a strong attention to detail
• Mentor and develop staff - analysts and junior associates
• Individuals will be assigned a wide variety of projects and given as much responsibility as their experience and capabilities permit
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a reputable M&A boutique, investment bank, or accounting firm with demonstrable M&A execution experience
• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Professional designation such as CPA, CFA or CBV is an asset
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Ability to make effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities
• Ability to operate in an environment of rapidly changing priorities
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated experience with managing of day to day aspects of client relationships and projects
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and on weekends
• FINRA Series 79 & 63 certification (either current or able to obtain)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities
• Ability to travel within Canada and the U.S. is required
• Experience working with diverse teams

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

Kroll is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, and recruits people based on merit.