Corporate Development Associate

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (15%)

LTIP (15%)

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Corporate Development Associate in Houston to support M&A evaluation, due diligence, and transaction execution. You will build detailed financial models, forecast performance, and conduct market analyses to inform strategic initiatives.

The role offers exposure to senior leadership, board materials, and quarterly earnings materials, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and ownership of complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, FP&A, corporate finance, or consulting.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and three-statement forecast modeling.
• Knowledge of fundamental valuation methodologies and the M&A process.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and presentation capabilities.
• Manufacturing or industrial FP&A experience is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with OneStream, FactSet, or similar financial tools is a plus.
• Highly organized with strong attention to accuracy, precision, and detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on mentality with the ability to work effectively across teams and take ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Support M&A evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and integration efforts.
• Build and own detailed financial models to evaluate acquisitions, long-term growth opportunities, and key business drivers.
• Perform three-statement forecasting, valuation, scenario, and return analyses.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and support strategic initiatives.
• Assist in preparing materials for Board and Committee meetings and strategic partnerships.
• Support quarterly earnings materials, including investor presentations, earnings releases, and investor call materials.
• Prepare and maintain monthly financial reporting packages and business forecast models.
• Analyze and explain variances between actual results, forecasts, and budgets, including underlying business and market drivers.
• Partner with business unit leaders on annual operating and capital budgets.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to senior leadership supporting strategic decision-making and Treasury initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and executive leadership.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

OneStream

FactSet

Job description

Corporate Development Associate

Salary: $140,000–$150,000 + 15% Bonus + 15% LTIP

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-visibility role working closely with senior leadership across Corporate Development, FP&A, Investor Relations, and Treasury
• Direct involvement in M&A evaluation, due diligence, financial modeling, and integration
• Gain exposure to Board and Committee materials, strategic partnerships, and executive-level decision making
• Blend of transaction-focused Corporate Development work with broader strategic finance exposure
• Opportunity to support quarterly earnings and investor relations initiatives
• Significant growth and learning opportunity through varied experience and mentorship
• Highly competitive compensation package including 15% annual bonus + 15% LTIP
• Join an established organization with continued growth and strategic expansion

Key Responsibilities

• Support M&A evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and integration efforts
• Build and own detailed financial models to evaluate acquisitions, long-term growth opportunities, and key business drivers
• Perform three-statement forecasting, valuation, scenario, and return analyses
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and support strategic initiatives
• Assist in preparing materials for Board and Committee meetings and strategic partnerships
• Support quarterly earnings materials, including investor presentations, earnings releases, and investor call materials
• Prepare and maintain monthly financial reporting packages and business forecast models
• Analyze and explain variances between actual results, forecasts, and budgets, including underlying business and market drivers
• Partner with business unit leaders on annual operating and capital budgets
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to senior leadership supporting strategic decision-making and Treasury initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and executive leadership

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 2–4 years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, FP&A, corporate finance, or consulting
• Strong understanding of financial statements and three-statement forecast modeling
• Knowledge of fundamental valuation methodologies and the M&A process
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and presentation capabilities
• Manufacturing or industrial FP&A experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience with OneStream, FactSet, or similar financial tools is a plus
• Highly organized with strong attention to accuracy, precision, and detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Hands-on mentality with the ability to work effectively across teams and take ownership of projects