Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst

Visa Hunt; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

Olsson is seeking an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst to evaluate, execute, and integrate opportunities. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and partner closely with the Chief Development Officer and technical teams to support strategic growth initiatives.

You will build detailed financial models, conduct due diligence, assist in deal structuring and transition planning, and monitor post-close performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in public accounting and mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, corporate finance or related field.
• Experience with financial modeling, valuation, and analytical problem-solving.
• Ability to travel occasionally.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution).
• Support target screening, industry research, and valuation benchmarking.
• Assist in due diligence and quality of earnings reviews.
• Support post-close integration tracking and synergy realization.
• Contribute to deal structuring and transition planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical mindset

Financial modeling

Valuation

Problem-solving

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Travel flexibility

Education

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

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson is seeking an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst to play a key role in evaluating, executing, and integrating M&A opportunities. This position will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and partner closely with the Chief Development Officer and technical teams to support strategic growth initiatives. The Analyst will assess strategic fit, support due diligence efforts - including business and financial analysis - and assist in developing deal structures, succession plans, and transition strategies.

Key responsibilities:

• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including DCF, LBO, accretion/dilution and merger consequences analyses.
• Support the Mergers & Acquisitions team who conduct target screening, industry research, and valuation benchmarking to support pipeline development.
• Support the CFO in leading financial due diligence workstreams; quality of earnings review, working capital analysis, normalization adjustments and synergy quantification.
• Help create and monitor business performance metrics of deals, including key performance indicator tracking, profitability analysis and trend analysis.
• Support post-close integration tracking – synergy realization, purchase accounting and performance vs. deal thesis.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a related field required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience within public accounting and mergers and acquisitions, investment banking, corporate finance or related field.
• Experience with financial modeling, valuation, and analytical problem-solving.
• Demonstrated quantitative and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments while managing competing priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed.

The typical annual salary range for this role is as listed below. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role may be eligible for our performance‑based bonus and merit increases.

National Pay Range

$80,000—$153,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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