Corporate Development Associate

Job Summary

The full-time Corporate Development Associate (M&A) will manage M&A deal execution, including project management, due diligence leadership, and financial analysis, while working remotely and reporting to the corporate headquarters in Columbia, MO.

Key responsibilities

• Own deal execution and project management across multiple live deals from LOI through close
• Lead 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, Corporate Development, or related roles
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills, with comfort in using CRMs and data rooms
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in fast-paced environments
• Analytical skills with a focus on financial modeling and diligence synthesis