Associate, Mergers & Acquisitions

Aquila, a part of Constellation Software Inc.

Toronto, Ontario

THE COMPANY

We acquire, manage, and build mission-critical vertical market software (“VMS”) companies that are located all over the world. We have acquired over 800 businesses across dozens of industries including software used in energy, mining, aerospace, engineering, media, finance, and many more. We acquire small, medium, and large sized private and public companies from owner/operators as well as institutional and corporate shareholders.

We are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “TSX:CSU” and have a market capitalization of over $45 billion.

You can learn more about us by visiting our websites: www.csisoftware.com / www.velasoftwaregroup.com / www.aquilasw.com

THE POSITION

As a key member of our M&A team, you will drive the acquisition process for vertical market software investments from start to finish:

You will:

• Work with our corporate development team to identify vertical market software businesses that meet our strategic criteria and specific metrics
• Engage with owners, shareholders, advisors, and other stakeholders
• Analyze target company financial/operational information, form investment strategies, build detailed valuation models, and make investment pitches to senior investment and operating teams
• Assist with the preparation and negotiation of offers
• Participate in the transaction execution process from start-to-finish, including: performing commercial and financial due diligence, managing external advisors, facilitating management meetings, and coordinating internal approval processes
• Draft Investment Memorandums, Due Diligence reports, and Financial Models

You will have the opportunity to add value through the entire M&A cycle, working with a driven, high-energy investment team and senior leaders within our organization. We offer a unique opportunity to build your long-term career as a value-driven investor in the software industry.

THE PERSON

You are a driven and results-oriented top performer, have exceptional analytical skills, and are willing to work variable hours in an autonomous environment. You have an interest in building a career in M&A and have strong communication skills and excel at developing relationships. You are proactive, persistent, intelligent, and efficient. You are a collaborative individual, who can work effectively with a high-energy team.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 – 4 years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, corporate finance or transaction services at a top-tier accounting firm, private equity, management consulting, or other relevant fast-paced and analytically driven investment role.
• Distinguished academic performance with an undergraduate degree in business/finance/accounting.
• Exposure to the software industry and CPA/CA/CFA are benefits, but not requirements.
• Fluent in English. Fluency in additional languages will be considered an asset as we operate in numerous countries worldwide.
• A strong understanding of valuation and financial modelling concepts.
• Solid understanding of company financial information, can review and understand financial statements, can understand financial procedures and have a general understanding of GAAP concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and ability to work in a collaborative manner with the senior management team of acquisition targets.
• Advanced time management, attention to detail, organizational, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
• Strong telephone/video call communication skills and capable of establishing and building rapport remotely.
• Adaptable and flexible, with an ability to respond to changing work priorities, pressure and demands.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work autonomously and think independently, and open to learning and sharing new ideas.
• Team player who enjoys a high-performance culture.
• Willing and able to travel internationally on occasion.

Aquila promotes equal employment opportunities for all. Aquila does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, marital status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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