M&A Analyst

Our portfolio is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Analyst to work closely with senior management in continuing the company’s successful M&A activity. Reporting initially to the Director of M&A, this position will play a key role in identifying, evaluating, and closing acquisition opportunities.The ideal candidate is inherently curious, has mature interpersonal skills and has meticulous attention-to-detail. Drive, resourcefulness, and an ability to thrive in ambiguity will be crucial for this role.

An understanding and appreciation of serial acquirors is an asset.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn and gain M&A experience or is playing a critical role in a hierarchical M&A organization but wants the opportunity to lead acquisition processes from start to finish.**What your impact will be:**M&A Execution (80% of the role)• After learning our business model and processes, you will lead acquisition transactions from initial evaluation through to integration handoff• You will be expected to thoroughly qualify acquisition targets, assessing their moats and competitive advantages• You will be responsible for financial modeling, due diligence (including project managing our functional and business unit teams), negotiation, investment approval and post-close monitoring for multiple M&A transactions per year• Preparing business summaries, investment memos, commentary, and responding to detailed Q&A from our internal stakeholdersM&A Business Development (20% of the role)• Directly solicit and engage companies for acquisition: identify, research, and cold call target companies• Work with our multiple M&A business development specialists to ensure acquisition opportunities are being effectively nurtured and appropriately escalated.• Maintain relationships with our existing network of acquisition targets and intermediaries through telephone calls and emailsOther• Internal reporting on pre-close acquisition activity and pipeline, post-close acquisition performance• Some travel required (10%)**What we are looking for:**• 1-5 years of direct experience in a similar role, corporate finance, investment analysis or M&A activity; new graduates should also consider applying• Self-started with exceptional organizational, written, and verbal communication skills• Undergraduate degree in business or finance, or a Master of Business Administration (MBA)• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel• A value-investing mindset**What will make you stand out:**• A thorough understanding of Constellation Software's history and acquisition strategy• Sound business judgement in evaluating business quality• Humility, curiosity, and passion**What we offer:**• 3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal days• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment• Employee stock ownership and 401k / RRSP matching programs• Lifestyle rewards• Flexible work options**Salary: $75,000 - $90,000/year.**Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Working for Harris is the perfect opportunity to fulfill your professional goals as well as achieve your personal dreams! Our employees enjoy a casual work environment that offers comfort while providing superior service to our customers.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package as well as other additional “Perks”!* We empower our employees to make a difference* We have an award winning culture* We offer opportunity to learn* We are financially strong and we are owned by the largest software company in Canada (CSI)* We have fun!Follow us on social media to learn more about our company values, culture and initiatives!**Harris is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.***If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (1)-613-226-5511 or at [email protected]**This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.* #J-18808-Ljbffr