Senior Analyst

Goodwin•Boston, MA

22h•$130,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer. This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers. The Strategic Transaction Analysis & Modeling team (“Team”) specializes in the analysis and modeling of corporate transactions, supporting attorneys and clients in evaluating strategic business decisions and driving deal execution. The Senior Analyst will contribute to the Team by preparing financial models and analyzing mergers and acquisitions, venture financings, down rounds, recapitalizations and other complex matters.

Requirements

4 or more years of professional experience with a focus on financial modeling
Bachelor’s degree in finance, with a demonstrated high level of academic achievement
Possess a strong background in Finance with particular expertise in financial modeling
Possess intermediate Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Demonstrate a strong problem-solving mindset with an analytical, proactive and hands-on approach
Possess a basic knowledge of various types of corporate entities and transactions
Have exceptional level of attention to detail and the ability to cross-check data to ensure accuracy and completeness
Have the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and to meet deadlines
Possess strong oral and written communication skills
Exercise excellent judgment and maintain the highest level of confidentiality
Thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced work environment
Have flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods

Nice To Haves

Progress toward a CFA preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Develop, refine and audit complex financial models for corporate transactions
Prepare, update and revise deal models, allocation schedules, waterfalls and pro forma capitalization tables, incorporating direction from senior Team members
Understand financial information, legal documentation and relevant analytical concepts and generate models that clearly and accurately reflect transaction economics
Conduct scenario analysis and develop insights to support strategic decision-making
Deliver client-facing support under the direction of lead attorneys and senior Team members
Communicate with the internal deal team to ensure accurate and complete data for financial modeling
Clearly articulate and defend model design, underlying mechanics and model output
Assist the Team with various administrative projects as needed