Job Description

The Business Development Analyst works closely with business development leadership to execute successful veterinary hospital acquisitions. They will provide company decision makers and leadership (CEO, CFO, VP of Operations) with in-depth analyses of acquisition targets including cogent diligence observations and conclusions on valuation. They will assume a support role from end-to-end (go-to-market target identification, valuation, due diligence, and integration planning to close) during the M&A transaction process within a multifunctional team for transactions varying in sizes ($1M- $120MM). The successful candidate must possess strong communication skills and have the ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take ownership of developing preliminary and in-depth valuation analyses for acquisition targets
• Develop data request lists for acquisition targets and manage the collection of requested data
• Oversee the organization’s acquisition diligence activities including preparation of diligence analyses and materials as well as coordination and monitoring of third-party diligence resources during the investment transaction life cycle.
• Perform financial and organizational due diligence. Compile and analyze data regarding new markets and new companies.
• Review analyses and associated questions and observations with internal constituents, sellers, brokers, and leadership.
• Assist in letters of intent (LOIs) preparation and deal structure creation.
• Prepare business development reports and presentations.
• Organize and maintain the company’s diligence documentation including:
  • Shared folder (Dropbox) setup
  • Review naming convention and upload process
  • Arrange for remote access to seller systems and upload of reports
  • Creation and maintenance of deal diligence checklists
• Create, enhance, and maintain business development financial models.
• Monitor and report on business development function KPIs.
• Conduct and present research on new growth opportunities, external M&A activity and risks to company growth objectives

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES-

• Not at present – possibility to develop a more junior analyst as the company grows over the next 1-2 years.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE-

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record as a successful analyst in an acquisition oriented multi-site healthcare or business services company. Required experience includes:

• 4+ years of experience in increasingly senior finance roles including valuation, financial analysis and deal execution.
• Background in multi-site healthcare or other service operations in which acquisitions were an important element of growth.
• Strong knowledge of research tools and methods used to evaluate markets, industries, companies and acquisition targets.
• Superior knowledge and use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. In particular, a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel for both financial modeling and other analytical functionality.
• Strong background in accounting, specifically accounting related issues relevant to the acquisition of small privately held businesses (cash basis vs accrual accounting, adjustments (and verification thereof) for extraordinary expenses, etc.
• Strong background in financial analysis (identifying trends, etc.) and experience with IRRs, ROIs, MOIC, etc.
• Undergraduate degree in finance or accounting is required.
• Proven experience with both lenders and private equity is desired.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS-

• MBA, CFA, or CPA is a plus but not required

COMPETENCIES-

• Maintaining a positive attitude
• Operates with high integrity, builds trust, quickly wins and sustains credibility in relationships with others; personable/approachable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex situations and make relevant recommendations.
• Sound judgement, particularly in valuation matters.
• Excellent financial skills, with the ability to detect trends from financial statements and provide analysis to leadership to improve their decision-making ability.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on innovative and creative solutions that result in a more effective business development function.
• A self-starter who needs little direction; is highly self-motivated, accountable and a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill (both oral and written) including the ability to communicate with individuals having both sophisticated and unsophisticated financial acumen.
• Strong track record of implementing and executing tactics to achieve key strategic initiatives.
• Results oriented and achievement motivated. Ability to meet deadlines and work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously. Organized and detail oriented.

COMPUTER SKILLS-

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be highly experienced in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS-

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment and/or a remote home office. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and efax.

Community Veterinary Partners. is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is the Company’s policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, covered veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Company Description

Community Veterinary Partners is a family of animal hospitals brought together to collaborate on the best way to deliver quality care to our patients and a first-rate experience for our clients. We are committed to investing in and partnering with leading hospitals, nurturing and developing the best people and providing support services that are paramount in our industry. Quality of care is always foremost and will forever remain at the hospital level with CVP. More information is available at www.cvpco.com.