M&A Director

Company Overview

A fast-growing business in Provo, Utah, is seeking a Merger & Acquisition Director to play a crucial role in shaping its acquisition strategy and present insightful recommendations to the finance team.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), this role entails spearheading the execution of our acquisition strategy. The M&A Director will be instrumental in identifying suitable companies, conducting comprehensive due diligence, analyzing financial viability, and overseeing transactions to successful closures. zThe successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving growth through strategic acquisitions.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position

• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of potential acquisition targets aligned with strategic growth objectives.
• Lead due diligence efforts and conduct crucial financial analyses.
• Ensure the completion of Quality of Earnings reports in collaboration with external accounting firms.
• Collaborate with legal counsel throughout contract negotiation phases.
• Provide regular updates to the Investment Committee on pipeline status and transaction recommendations.
• Conduct weekly meetings with the Executive Acquisition Committee to discuss activities, pipeline status, and market trends.
• Collaborate with functional leaders to develop pro formas and integration plans during due diligence.
• Cultivate strong internal and external relationships across various business functions and with stakeholders.
• Develop valuation models and deliver board-level presentations for investment decisions.
• Manage multiple acquisition opportunities concurrently.
• Perform additional M&A-related tasks as required to ensure achieves its annual Acquired EBITDA Targets.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Minimum of four years of M&A experience, preferably in transaction services or lead advisory roles.
• Proven track record in managing M&A processes.
• Prior experience in healthcare transactions is advantageous.
• Ability to handle multiple acquisitions simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in building financial models and assessing target growth potential.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced transaction environment with tight timelines.
• High energy, collaborative, and adept at establishing credibility with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and assertiveness.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to propose effective solutions.
• Team player with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging with C-suite executives.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees are beneficial.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to work beyond standard business hours.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, estimated at around 15%.