Analyst, Corporate Finance and M&A

CAE•Montreal, QC

About The Position

Innovative Financial Modeling: Develop and analyze financial models that serve as the foundation for calculating the financial impacts of groundbreaking projects and valuation of targets in M&A processes. Strategic Project Analysis: Dive deep into the factors influencing commercial and financial decisions, uncovering insights that will contribute to the strategic decision-making process. Engaging Due Diligence: Play a pivotal role in participating and coordinating due diligence activities to support customer needs as well as M&A transactions. Holistic Project Reviews: Ensure all projects are thoroughly reviewed, keeping our team informed of local issues, risks, and legal considerations, thereby fostering a comprehensive understanding across the organization. Risk Mitigation Expertise: Review contract clauses within commercial and financial documents, making recommendations that not only minimize our risks but also align seamlessly with our customers’ requirements. Global Collaboration: Engage with stakeholders internationally, gaining exposure to a variety of deals that span the spectrum of our business units worldwide with a common vision: to be the worldwide training partner of choice. Leadership Exposure: Work together with our Business Development departments and take center stage by presenting directly to the CFO and other leadership members, showcasing your financial and analytical expertise.

Requirements

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
2 to 4 years of professional experience in corporate finance and/or M&A
Strong financial modeling skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Nice To Haves

CPA, CFA, and other relevant designations (complete or in progress)
MBA/M.Sc.
Bilingualism in both French and English is ideal.
Proficiency in additional languages is a plus
Effective communication skills
Team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Develop and analyze financial models for project impacts and M&A target valuation.
Analyze factors influencing commercial and financial decisions to support strategic decision-making.
Participate in and coordinate due diligence activities for customer needs and M&A transactions.
Review projects thoroughly, informing the team of local issues, risks, and legal considerations.
Review contract clauses in commercial and financial documents to minimize risks and align with customer requirements.
Engage with international stakeholders on global deals across business units.
Present financial and analytical expertise to the CFO and other leadership members.