Analyst / analyst

The position is based in our Sunshine Coast office and does not offer remote work options. Note: A key aspect in shortlisting for this role will be determining how well applicants follow instructions for application (please see below). Business growth has created the opportunity for high performing individuals looking for a challenge, to join a team of capable, dedicated professionals in the role of M&A Analyst. Sunshine Coast location. The Organisation Divest Merge Acquire (DMA) is a leading M&A Advisory firm specialising in business sales and acquisitions to strategic buyers in the $3M-$100M+ value range. DMA operates nationally in a global marketplace, with strong systems and technology, has an extensive database and a broad referral network. DMA has been operating for 25 years and consistently ranks in the top 5 in Australia’s M&A mid-market. The business is also the exclusive Australian member of Corporate Finance International – a global M&A group with 27 offices in 19 countries.  Opportunity to:

• Join a leading professional M&A advisory team
• Be involved in interesting, complex and challenging projects
• Provide support on M&A projects for businesses in the $3M-$100M+ value range

DMA provides comprehensive training and mentoring to help you become a key team member on transactions, including processing and analysis of client financials, assistance with preliminary pricing strategies, assisting with due diligence processes and data room management and other ad-hoc analysis work. What you will be doing

• Preparation of comprehensive client financial analysis including:
• Detailed P&L analysis
• Working Capital analysis
• Earnings multiple pricing analysis & strategy
• Offer analysis
• Liaise with clients & other professionals in M&A transactions
• Facilitate and manage data rooms for due diligence

Required

• Be a fast learner who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Have strong interpersonal skills and a desire to become an integral part of a diverse and social team
• Be on the path to advanced skills in MS Excel, MS Word, SharePoint, Outlook and related applications
• Strive to continuously improve knowledge through ongoing professional development
• Be confident in interacting with clients and other professionals’ in meetings, phone calls and via email with support from team members
• Have some experience (3 to 5 years minimum) in an accounting/finance role
• Knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry

Preferred

• Qualified or partially qualified within a business-related discipline – preferably accounting
• Ability to interpret financial statements

How To Apply If you think you’re up to the challenge and want to explore this outstanding opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter addressing your experience against the key requirements listed above to fran.costiganhorner@divestma.com. A key aspect in shortlisting for this role will be determining how well applicants follow instructions for application.