VP Mergers & Acquisitions

National Express•Warrenville, IL

About The Position

Summit School Services companies share a strong commitment to provide the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service and positive employee relations. Our corporate headquarters, located in Warrenville, Illinois, houses the administrative and corporate support functions for the organization. Our 250+ local customer service centers (CSCs) are supported by regional operations teams located throughout North America.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or other relevant subject.
10+ years of relevant business experience.
Thorough understanding and proven track record in M&A process.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, executing against both individual projects as well as broader strategic initiatives.
Ability to work well under pressure and follow through on items to completion while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Demonstrated success taking initiative, working both independently and in a collaborative environment.
Willing to travel.
Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
High proficiency in MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to use complex features.
Ability to create complex Excel models.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate and interact positively and professionally with all levels of individuals, both internal and external.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CFA, MBA or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze M&A opportunities in conjunction with Commercial team and Company executives.
Build pipeline and source new opportunities.
Develop and maintain complex financial models.
Complete and review valuation analysis.
Research company information and industry trends.
Prepare briefing documents on acquisition models, laying out all key assumptions.
Audit assumptions provided by sellers and sellers representatives.
Review other transaction-related documentation, including agreements, memos and/or presentations for how they impact the model and valuations.
Analyze post acquisition financials and prepare reports for Sellers payments & reporting in conjunction with the accounting team.
Lead transaction – managing the entire deal process start to finish, including negotiations, deal structuring, diligence, valuation, legal and transactional documents.
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including owners, advisors, department leads and support teams, Company management, and Board of Directors.
Assist with integration including strategic planning, budgeting, and process improvement.
Prepare initial forecast and budget for completed acquisitions.
Develop annual and 5 year acquisition strategic plan.
Other duties as assigned to meet business needs.