Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

 Creating a World of Learners! Knowledge Learning Corporation (KLC) is the nation’s leading private provider of early childhood and school-age education and care, serving more than 300,000 children in the United States and the District of Columbia. KLC provides more than just daycare; we offer early education programs that promote school readiness and a lifetime love of learning. KLC’s business lines include the KinderCare Learning Centers, Knowledge Beginnings, KLC Employer Partnerships and the Children’s Learning Center brands supporting early childhood education and care through approximately 1,900 community-based centers and more than 130 employer-sponsored sites; and KLC School Partnerships, a leading provider of pre-K-12 supplemental educational solutions, operating more than 1,700 programs nationwide. We invite you to join the more than 41,000 professional employees who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children. Sr. Analyst - Mergers & Acquisitions Job Summary:   This position's primary responsibilities are to analyze performance and the financial structure of potential acquisitions, convert as necessary into comparable KLC metrics and develop analyses and recommendations on the viability of acquisitions. Essential Functions: Â· Develop standard and custom models for evaluating acquisition targets and compare/contrast to the existing businesses, where applicable.· Analyze potential acquisition targets; provide in-depth assessments on performance including cash flow and balance sheet, and recommend valuation and/or acquisition strategies. · Prepare summary analyses and presentations for senior management, the Board of Directors and other KUE personnel.· Work closely with other Accounting and Finance departments to ensure that financial modeling assumptions are aligned with accounting and internal or external reporting standards, and coordinate changes, as necessary.· Interact effectively and productively with multiple departments and reporting structures, and with representatives of outside companies, agencies and potential acquisitions.· Other related duties, as assigned. Non-Essential Functions: Â· Perform special assignments, as assigned by CEO, CFO, VP of M&A and other senior executives. · Assist corporate and operations personnel with ad hoc analysis, reports and requests for assistance. Adaptability Requirements:   Â· Position requires a high degree of adaptability.· Incumbent will be faced with a variety of issues on a day-to-day basis and will be expected to respond to these issues appropriately. · Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints. Working Conditions:  Â· Normal office working conditions.· Significant overtime hours required, at times, to complete time sensitive projects. Experience and Education:   Â· MBA or CPA (with concentration in Finance or Accounting) required.· Minimum of 5 years of M&A experience (international experience highly desirable).· Strong understanding of GAAP, acquisition and general business strategy.· Strong knowledge of profit and loss management, and working knowledge of statistical analysis. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Â· Research, prepare, and present executive-level analysis and reports.· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  · Expert skill level with computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel and Access.· High skill level with computer software programs such as Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.· Excellent problem-solving skills. *CB*