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, perform financial analysis, and coordinate transaction documentation and closing processes, working both remotely and in-person at the Columbia, MO headquarters.

Key responsibilities

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

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Corporate Development
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills, along with experience in CRM and document management
• Analytical skills with a focus on financial modeling and diligence synthesis
• Proactive and self-directed with a strong ownership mindset