New Grad - Finance Analyst, Acquisitions

We are seeking a New Grad - Finance Analyst, Acquisitions to join our team in Winnipeg in a fast-paced, M&A function.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, Acquisitions, the Finance Analyst, Acquisitions will play an important role within the Company’s fast-paced Merger & Acquisition (M&A) functions. The primary function of this role will be supporting financial and operational due diligence processes through financial analysis, assisting in preparing reports, summary memos, and various internal transaction related communications. Additionally, the Finance Analyst, Acquisitions will support post-acquisition activities including working capital audits, purchase price allocations, and valuation of intangible assets. This individual will be expected to build and maintain relationships with operational management teams and the Corporate Development team, as well as work effectively with cross-functional support teams.
The Finance Analyst, Acquisitions will:

• Support the M&A integration planning and handoff process by identifying, organizing and communicating information obtained through due diligence to internal stakeholders through standard documentation and reporting procedures.
• Stay abreast of best practices, industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Assist in preparing operational due diligence reports, outlining key risks and findings from various streams of operational review.
• Build, manage, and maintain internal resources for financial analysis and benchmarking.
• Organize and effectively communicate receipt of deal room data to key members of the diligence team.
• Assist in organization and project management aspects of the M&A transaction process.
• Assist in preparing analyses for potential business acquisitions including financial modelling, forecasting, and quantification of potential revenue and expense synergies.
• Interact and communicate effectively with internal deal team members, external advisors and target company management.
• Support both internal teams and external advisors in performing financial due diligence.
• Contribute to a team-oriented working culture that fosters personal development and a positive environment.

To be successful as a Finance Analyst, Acquisitions with People Corporation, you will need:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of information.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
• Completed post-secondary education with accounting or finance major
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Solid interpersonal, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• A strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail, high organizational skills.

All-star candidates will have:

• Intern or other work experience
• In progress of achieving, or is interested in commencing, the Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA), Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
• Completed post-secondary education with a double major in accounting and finance.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive compensation
• Learn by working alongside our experts
• Extended health care and dental benefits
• A suite of Health & Wellness offerings
• Assistance for the completion of industry designations
• A retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Mental Health programs and support for you and your family

At People Corporation we are committed to helping businesses succeed. We are a national provider of benefits, retirement, wealth, wellness, and human resource solutions. Our experts and solutions serve over 20,000 clients representing nearly 3 million Canadians. We offer customized solutions designed to fit the unique needs of businesses and their employees, members and stakeholders.
Providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported is something we're committed to. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. If you require an accommodation or an alternative format of any posting please reach out to [email protected]