Investor Relations & Mergers and Acquisitions Director

Hawkins, Inc.•Roseville, MN

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Investor Relations is responsible for leading the company’s investor relations strategy and supporting capital markets activities for a publicly traded organization. This role serves as a key liaison between executive leadership, investors, analysts, shareholders, and the financial community while also supporting treasury management and strategic growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions. The position partners closely with the CEO, CFO, Finance, Legal, and Executive Leadership Team to ensure consistent communication of the company’s financial performance, long-term strategy, and shareholder value proposition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field required.
8+ years of progressive experience in investor relations, corporate finance, treasury, investment banking, corporate development, or related financial leadership roles.
Prior experience supporting earnings calls, SEC filings, and investor communications required.
Strong understanding of capital markets, financial statements, valuation methodologies, and investor communications.
Knowledge of SEC regulations, disclosure requirements, and public company governance practices.
Excellent executive communication and presentation skills.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.
Strong relationship-building skills with executives, investors, analysts, and financial institutions.
High level of business acumen, strategic thinking, and professional judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, financial reporting systems, and investor relations platforms.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, CFA, or other advanced financial designation preferred.
Experience working within a publicly traded company environment strongly preferred.
Experience with M&A transactions, financial modeling, and treasury operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the company’s investor relations strategy to enhance shareholder value and strengthen relationships with investors and analysts.
Serve as the primary point of contact for investors, analysts, shareholders, and rating agencies.
Coordinate quarterly earnings processes including earnings releases, scripts, investor presentations, earnings calls, and Q&A preparation.
Lead development of investor-facing materials including annual reports, investor decks, conference presentations, and related communications.
Monitor analyst reports, shareholder activity, market trends, and peer company performance.
Prepare executive leadership for investor meetings, roadshows, and conference participation.
Support SEC disclosure activities in partnership with Legal and Finance, including 10-K, 10-Q, proxy, and other public filings.
Ensure consistent and accurate messaging across all external financial communications.
Track investor sentiment and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
Support shareholder engagement initiatives and annual shareholder meeting preparation.
Support management of the company’s capital structure, liquidity, and banking relationships.
Assist with cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and liquidity planning.
Monitor debt compliance, covenant reporting, and financing activities.
Partner with Finance leadership on credit facility management and capital allocation strategies.
Support foreign exchange, interest rate, and risk management activities where applicable.
Assist in evaluating financing alternatives including debt and equity offerings.
Develop relationships with banking partners, lenders, and financial institutions.
Support treasury-related process improvements and financial controls.
Support evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic investments.
Conduct financial modeling, valuation analysis, and strategic assessments for potential transactions.
Coordinate due diligence activities across internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with integration planning and post-acquisition performance tracking.
Prepare presentations and materials for executive leadership and Board review related to strategic transactions.
Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and acquisition opportunities.
Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, IT and operational leaders during transaction execution and integration efforts.
Support development of long-range strategic growth initiatives.
Build strong partnerships across Finance, Accounting, Legal, Operations, and Executive Leadership.
Contribute to strategic planning and enterprise financial initiatives.
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
Lead special projects and executive-level initiatives as assigned.