Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

**Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst**

**Location: Montreal, Full time in office**

**Responsibilities**:

- Co-lead the entire acquisition lifecycle: sound knowledge of the competitive landscape, sourcing, pipeline growth, capital deployment, valuation, negotiating, assisting counsel with purchase agreement drafting, integration/management (operations): with the ultimate objective of driving results in line with IRR expectations.
- Manage our internal investments by leading/co-leading operations with content/business partners and driving operational/financial results as per budgeted expectations.
- Assist investment team’s needs with ad hoc requests, i.e. operational and financial modeling/budgeting/tracking/KPIs, while also assisting with special projects/reporting/meetings/presentations, etc.

**Other daily tasks include**:

- KPI tracking: this includes creating and iterating on processes to track financial and operational KPIs such as revenue, cost per article, active sessions, failure rates, EBITDA, etc.
- Modeling: assisting in creating frameworks for operational and financial models, as well as forecasting for the future while also analyzing past data.
- Data analysis tasks: Using tools available (PubInights, GA, etc) to do a deep dive into certain operations or certain areas of operations. Evaluating all data and looking for patterns of behavior that could help inform decisions.
- M&A DD: reconcile financials, compile and evaluate operational data, use data to make informed decisions on forecasting.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or in a related field.
- MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
- 0-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
- A strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques and due diligence processes.
- A strong self-motivated learner with strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
- An affinity for adtech, media or technology.

**Benefits**:

- Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).
- Daily on-site snacks & coffee.
- Fitness subscription reimbursement program.
- Competitive salary.

**Who we are**:
Valnet is a company unlike any other. Here, you’ll work alongside passionate, dedicated individuals who bring their best every day, creating an environment that is as inspiring as it is challenging. We are innovative leaders, not passive followers, always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry. We encourage autonomy and value creative contributions, empowering you to shape meaningful change from day one. Moreover, we don’t just talk about culture - we make it our first priority, fostering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where talent is recognized and rewarded. In our true meritocratic structure, your career can develop quickly, giving you the opportunity to grow professionally and be generously rewarded for your achievements. But don’t take our word for it, visit our corporate website to see for yourself

—-** Analyste en fusions et acquisitions**

**Lieu de travail**: Montréal, Temps plein en présentiel

**Responsabilités**:

- Co-diriger l'ensemble du cycle d'acquisition : connaissance approfondie du paysage concurrentiel, sourcing, développement du pipeline, déploiement du capital, évaluation, négociation, assistance aux conseillers juridiques pour la rédaction des accords d'achat, intégration/gestion des opérations, avec l'objectif final de délivrer des résultats conformes aux attentes de rendement interne (IRR).
- Gérer nos investissements internes en menant ou co-dirigeant les opérations avec les partenaires de contenu/affaires et en stimulant les résultats opérationnels/financiers conformément aux prévisions budgétaires.
- Répondre aux besoins de l'équipe d'investissement par des demandes ad hoc, c’est ‘à dire la modélisation opérationnelle et financière, le suivi budgétaire et des KPIs, assistance sur des projets spéciaux, des rapports, des présentations, etc.

**Autres tâches quotidiennes**:

- ** Suivi des KPIs** : Création et optimisation des processus pour suivre les indicateurs financiers et opérationnels tels que le revenu, le coût par article, les sessions actives, les taux d'échec, l'EBITDA, etc.
- ** Modélisation** : Participation à la conception de modèles financiers et opérationnels, prévisions à long terme et analyse des données historiques.
- ** Analyse de données** : Utilisation d'outils tels que PubInsights et Google Analytics pour effectuer des analyses approfondies des opérations et identifier des tendances pouvant influencer la prise de décision.
- ** Due Diligence M&A** : Rapprochement des données financières, compilation et évaluation des informations opérationnelles pour prendre des décisions éclairées sur les prévisions futures.

**Exigences**:

- Diplôme de baccalauréat en finance, commerce, économie ou dans un domaine connexe.
- Un MBA ou un diplôme de deuxième cycle const