Corporate Finance Analyst

Job Description

The Corporate Finance Analyst plays a pivotal role within the finance department, providing analytical and operational support across a wide range of activities related to corporate debt, loan transactions, capital markets, and leasing.

This position is ideal for a finance professional with a keen analytical mind, strong attention to detail, and an entrepreneurial spirit eager to work on complex transactions that drive financial strategy and growth. The analyst will interface closely with internal stakeholders, external lenders, and auditors, ensuring the organizations debt portfolio is managed efficiently and in full compliance with legal and financial obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Support capital markets transactions, execution of new loan agreements, and amendments to existing debt facilities.

Assist in preparing presentations and recommendations for senior management regarding debt issuance, refinancing opportunities, and market conditions.

Ensure ongoing compliance with all reporting obligations, financial covenants, and requirements related to debt agreements and capital market transactions.

Produce regular internal and external reporting, including debt schedules, covenant calculations, and compliance certificates.

Prepare and update borrowing base calculations for asset-based loans.

Work closely with operations, accounting, and treasury teams to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.

Support the management, execution, and tracking of leasing arrangements.

Perform lease vs. buy analysis and provide insights to support decision-making on asset financing.

Prepare periodic reports on the organizations debt and lease portfolios for management and external stakeholders.

Participate in ad hoc financial modeling, scenario analysis, and special projects as directed by finance leadership.

Assist in process improvement initiatives to streamline reporting, compliance, and transaction execution.

Conduct market research and benchmarking analysis on capital structure trends and competitors financing strategies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Masters degree or professional designations (CFA, CPA) are an asset.

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Solid understanding of corporate finance concepts and strong interest in debt instruments, loan agreements, capital markets, and lease accounting.

Strong quantitative and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong verbal and written communication abilities; capable of presenting complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.

High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential information.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

Experience participating in syndicated loan or capital market transactions.

Working knowledge of asset-based lending, borrowing base methodology, and collateral management.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Proactive approach to identifying process improvements and efficiency opportunities.

Strong sense of accountability and ownership of assigned projects and deliverables.

Familiarity with credit ratings and their methodology.