Position Summary
This position will work with the Corporate Development team to evaluate and execute M&A opportunities. The role will work closely with other departments within the organization including Fleet Services, Human Resources, Finance / Accounting and Legal.
The position provides significant exposure to the company's C-Suite and business unit leaders.
Based in KAG’s North Canton, Ohio headquarters, the Corporate Development Analyst will report directly to the Senior Manager, Corporate Development.
The position may require some travel, as needed.
Essential Functions
- Evaluate potential acquisition opportunities for strategic fit
- Maintain internal CRM systems and pipeline reports
- Conduct preliminary valuation analyses on potential target companies
- Monitor data rooms and facilitate efficient information sharing with key stakeholders
- Review diligence materials and assist with deal execution process
- Utilize project management tools to track various diligence and integration milestones
- Support M&A integration with post-close reporting and consolidation matters
- Prepare materials for quarterly board meetings and monthly pipeline reports presented to investors
- Assist with ad-hoc reports and long-term strategic initiatives
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activities
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required
- 0 to 3 years of relevant finance, accounting, or transactional experience
- General understanding of key accounting principles and financial models
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Solid organizational and analytical skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to manage time efficiently while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Team-player with willingness to learn about the company and the transportation and logistics industry
- Ambitious nature with a high sense of integrity
Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified.
Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to :
- Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
- Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
- Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.
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