M&A (Analyst / Senior Analyst / Associate)

Harris Computer; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Computer is seeking an M&A professional to support our acquired growth strategy. This full-stack role allows for involvement across the entire acquisition lifecycle—from researching and meeting with prospects to analyzing and conducting diligence.

The ideal candidate will have direct experience in investment banking or management consulting, coupled with strong financial literacy and communication skills. This position offers a chance to grow within a successful acquisition culture.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in M&A, transaction advisory, management consulting, or investment banking.
• Strong understanding of software & VMS is an asset.
• Articulate communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support our acquired growth strategy across the acquisition lifecycle.
• Researching, meeting with prospects, and conducting diligence.

Skills

Investment sourcing/origination

M&A, transaction advisory

Communication and interpersonal skills

Self starter with integrity

Financial literacy and analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree with strong academic record

Job description

Location

Preference for Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal, but open to remote candidates (within North America).

Salary

$90,000 - $110,000/year.

Overview

Harris’ public safety portfolio is looking for an M&A professional to help support our acquired growth strategy. The position is a true full-stack role, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to add-value across the entire acquisition lifecycle (researching, meeting with prospects, analyzing & crafting theses, & conducting diligence). This is a great opportunity to join a prolific acquirer and learn from the highly successful acquisition culture of Constellation Software.

Fit

We Don’t Believe There Is a “one Size Fits All” Profile For This Position, But Are Particularly Excited To Speak With Candidates Who Have Progressive Experience In One Or a Combination Of The Following Functions

• Investment sourcing/origination
• Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Corporate Development, Big 4 Accounting / Transaction Services
• Growth/GTM (early/growth stage or sponsor-backed)
• Chief of Staff/Strategy (early/growth stage or sponsor-backed)

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: direct experience in M&A, transaction advisory, management consulting, or investment banking. A strong understanding of software & VMS is an asset.
• Education: bachelor's degree with a strong academic record
• Financial literacy and analytical ability: ability to interpret financial statements, build financial models, and perform thorough and thoughtful analysis.
• Communication and interpersonal skills: articulate communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills, capable of clearly conveying our investment philosophy and value proposition.
• Organizational discipline: strong planning and prioritization; meticulous detail orientation; ability to manage multiple parallel opportunities.
• Self starter with integrity: proactive, resourceful and able to work independently; high E.Q.