Corporate Development Associate

Job Summary

Focused on M&A deal execution, the full-time Corporate Development Associate will manage project workflows, lead due diligence efforts, conduct financial analysis, and support transaction documentation and closing processes, working both remotely and in-person at the corporate headquarters in Columbia, MO.

Key responsibilities

• Own deal execution and project management for multiple live deals from LOI through close
• Lead diligence efforts, coordinating functional teams and synthesizing findings while escalating risks
• Conduct financial analysis and underwriting to support valuation and develop deal models

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Development, or related roles
• Strong financial modeling skills and proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience with project management and managing multiple stakeholders effectively
• Proficiency with CRMs and document management systems