M&A & Strategy Analyst – Corporate Development

CORE & MAIN LP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main LP in St. Louis is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst to support M&A and strategy projects in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. You will collaborate across departments to build financial analyses, valuation models, and dashboards that inform strategic decisions.

The role offers exposure to accounting, business development, HR, IT, operations, marketing, and sales, with a focus on data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration to advance corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in accounting, economics, finance or related field.
• Generally 2–4 years of experience in a related field, or MS/MA with 0–1 year of experience in a related field
• Previous M&A, Finance, or Audit experience
• Certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepares financial analyses and valuation modeling to support M&A.
• Participates in all aspects of M&A including strategic analysis, valuation, and financial and operational due diligence
• Participates in the strategic planning process for the company and other internal strategy discussions
• Prepares data analytic dashboards and presentations to support reporting needs
• Prepares supplemental market research materials for key initiatives
• Prepares and delivers insights and recommendations based on analyses
• Executes tasks directly related to functional projects and process improvements
• Communicates issues and roadblocks related to areas of responsibility
• Assist in research or special projects in a variety of areas in order to fulfill business initiatives and meet business objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Financial analysis

Valuation modeling

M&A experience

Strategic analysis

Data analytics

Communication skills

Education

BS / BA in accounting, finance, economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Core & Main LP in St. Louis is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst to support M&A and strategy projects in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. You will collaborate across departments to build financial analyses, valuation models, and dashboards that inform strategic decisions.

The role offers exposure to accounting, business development, HR, IT, operations, marketing, and sales, with a focus on data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration to advance corporate objectives.