Program Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions Blog Post

Allocator Jobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented M&A Program Manager/Director to lead financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions. This role is pivotal in developing financial frameworks, conducting due diligence, and crafting robust business plans to support strategic acquisitions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the company's growth and strategic direction, while driving sustainability and innovation in the industry.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in financial auditing or corporate finance, with 3-5 years in M&A roles.
• Proven experience in developing financial models and conducting valuations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Create detailed business plans for M&A opportunities, including revenue forecasting.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Strategic Mindset

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Master’s degree or MBA

Tools

Excel

Financial modeling tools

ERP systems

Job description

Schneider Electric SE is a French multinational corporation that specializes in digital automation and energy management. Schneider Electric is a Fortune Global 500 company, publicly traded on the Euronext Exchange, and is a component of the Euro Stoxx 50 stock market index. In fiscal year 2023, the company posted revenues of €35.9 billion.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented M&A Program Manager / Director with a strong financial background, ideally rooted in financial auditing, to lead and execute key financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions. The successful candidate will play a critical role in creating and developing financial frameworks, conducting financial due diligence, and building robust business plans to support strategic acquisitions and partnerships. This position requires a highly analytical, proactive, and results-driven professional with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Due Diligence:
   • Lead financial due diligence efforts for potential acquisition targets, identifying risks, opportunities, and synergies.
   • Evaluate financial statements, operational data, and key financial metrics to provide insights into target companies’ performance and viability.
   • Work closely with external advisors, auditors, and legal teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence.
2. Business Planning and Financial Analysis:
   • Create and further develop detailed business plans for M&A opportunities, including revenue forecasting, cost analysis, and return-on-investment calculations.
   • Develop financial models to evaluate acquisition scenarios, perform valuation analysis, and assess long-term financial impacts.
   • Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and ensure alignment with company strategy.
3. Financial Templates and Processes:
   • Design, improve, and standardize financial templates and tools for consistent evaluation and reporting of M&A activities.
   • Implement best practices in financial planning, analysis, and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
4. Strategic Collaboration:
   • Partner with cross-functional teams, including Strategy, Legal, Operations, and HR, to ensure alignment on acquisition goals and execution plans.
   • Present findings, financial models, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
5. Post-Acquisition Integration Support:
   • Provide financial insights and guidance during the integration phase to ensure targets achieve desired synergies and financial objectives.
   • Monitor post-deal performance and address financial challenges as needed.
6. Market Research and Opportunity Assessment:
   • Analyze industry trends, market conditions, and competitor performance to identify and assess new M&A opportunities.
   • Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements and ensure compliance in all financial due diligence and reporting processes.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
2. Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or ACCA are highly desirable.
3. Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in financial auditing, financial due diligence, or corporate finance, with at least 3–5 years in M&A roles.
4. Proven experience in developing financial models, conducting valuations, and performing financial due diligence.
5. Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax implications, and regulatory frameworks related to M&A transactions.
6. Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools; experience with ERP and financial reporting systems is a plus.
7. Analytical Thinking: Exceptional ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
8. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in reviewing financial statements, forecasts, and reports.
9. Strategic Mindset: Ability to align financial planning and due diligence with the company’s broader strategic goals.
10. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
11. Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external advisors.
12. Leadership: Experience leading and mentoring financial analysts or junior team members.

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