Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Requisition ID: 7601

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Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: <10%


Overview

The M&A Analyst serves as a key player in the analysis and planning of critical strategic and business development initiatives. S/He will analyze potential inorganic and organic opportunities and perform financial valuations and business assessments including the identification of risks and opportunities. Assist data compilation and analysis relating to mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and integration activities to ensure significant risks and opportunities are identified, quantified, and considered as part of

the transaction terms and overall acquisition plan. S/He will assist management in the evaluation of the Company’s growth, cost savings, and productivity improvement strategies by providing financial valuation, project management, and research expertise.

Responsibilities



Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
Develops key analysis and evaluation on a variety of strategic projects across the Company’s continuous stream of growth, cost savings, and productivity improvement initiatives.
Work with other members of the M&A team to develop and critically evaluate the underlying assumptions used to develop valuations and benefits of strategies targeted.
Participate on a cross-function team to conduct due diligence, conclude findings, and incorporate impact on valuation, purchase terms and integration.
Assist in project management with integration of strategic initiatives by organizing and leading reviewing status reports relative to goal for timeliness, cost, and synergy.
Participate in the on-going evaluation and reporting on performance of capital deployed relative to the assumptions or budgets used to justify the purchase.
Assist in the research and development of frameworks to assess growth strategies within our industry and related sectors. Such growth strategies may include new or complimentary:
products, services, and line extensions; markets and distribution channels; technologies and alliances with other leaders in the building and construction materials industry.
Providing, developing, and maintaining analytical fact base to support recommendations and decisions.
Assist in the development of detailed financial models and analyses of operating and financial performance, whether Holcim or competitor businesses, extensive market research, general data mining. Financial skills (pro forma modeling, competitor financial benchmarking, valuation perspective development, investment thesis development) are key.
Support in the process of data collection, analysis, and presentation of strategic, operational, or M&A projects, with ability to consolidate and present all findings.
Contribute to the development of MTP (Med Term Plan) with Finance to reflect the country financial ambitions and make sure it captures long-term trends, and relevant growth opportunities.

Relationships With Other Jobs



This role primarily supports the VP, and Senior Managers of the Canadian M&A team.
There will be broad cross-functional interaction with, Finance, Sales, Land, Performance, Legal, and other functional groups.

Qualification Profile

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, Accounting, Economics or Math/Statistics. CPA or CFA designations would be considered an asset but are not required.

Travel Requirements: ~10%

Additional Requirements: Financial knowledge and valuation, project management experience, strong communication & presentation skills

Required Computer and Software Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite (formerly known as Google Apps for Business), SAP BW, Qlickview, or Salesforce.com

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

Your Lafarge Experience

At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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