Strategic Growth Analyst — M&A & Ventures (Remote)

Entrust Corporation; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health and well-being programs (health

Vision & dental coverage

Mental health coaching

Virtual fitness programs

Paid personal time off + 12 holidays

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Entrust Corporation is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst in Shakopee, MN to evaluate growth opportunities and support M&A, venture investments, and strategic initiatives. You will build financial models, conduct market research, and prepare materials for senior leadership decisions.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in corporate finance or investment banking, excellent analytical abilities, and the capacity to work with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 2+ years in investment banking (M&A preferred) or corporate development or related finance role.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and valuation methods (DCF, comps, precedent transactions).
• Advanced Excel; ability to build financial/operating models and present clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models to evaluate M&A, venture investments, joint ventures, and strategic growth opportunities.
• Assess financial and operational impact, including synergies, cash flow, capital needs, and key value drivers.
• Research industries, markets, companies, and competitors to identify potential opportunities.
• Contribute to due diligence, structuring, closing, and post-investment tracking.
• Prepare executive-ready investment memoranda, presentations, and analytical materials for leadership.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

M&A exposure

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Admin.

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Entrust Corporation is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst in Shakopee, MN to evaluate growth opportunities and support M&A, venture investments, and strategic initiatives. You will build financial models, conduct market research, and prepare materials for senior leadership decisions.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in corporate finance or investment banking, excellent analytical abilities, and the capacity to work with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.