Summary

The Corporate Development Analyst is a key contributor that interprets and transforms data and financial information into business insights to facilitate executive decision making.  Assist with strategic initiative development, execution planning and project management, in addition to the structuring and integration of potential strategic alliances / M&A.  

Primary Duties

Support project-based strategic initiatives from problem definition and project scoping to delivery of the recommendations Assist with the execution planning of the approved strategic initiatives and project management to achieve desired outcomes Help identify potential strategic alliances/partnerships and M&A opportunities, and support structuring, negotiations, and integration Perform financial analyses to support the evaluation of strategic options, including financial outlook, NPV, and scenario/sensitivity analysis Support the development of recommendations and the strategy for organic growth, including where to compete and how to win (e.g., competitive advantage) Support the communication of findings/recommendations with management and support business collaboration discussions with key stakeholders Help prepare Board materials and support executive team with presentations Support annual strategic planning process and execution/implementation plans Work cross-functionally, including building consensus and influencing decision making Ability to extract ad-hoc financial information from multiple systems/sources and present the results in a manner meaningful to the end user Track and analyze key business / financial KPIs to identify trends and assess issues and opportunities

Working Relationships

This position reports to the Director of Corporate Development. Provides guidance and support to the Finance Department. Works closely with corporate groups.

Compensation

The initial compensation will range from $80,000 - $100,000.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, management, or any other business focused discipline from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent Professional Designation (CFA, CPA, CMA) or Program Management certification preferred Two years of experience in Financial Analysis with increasing levels of responsibility Experienced high-performer with an ability to work under pressure and ability to think on your feet Experience with large data, complex workbooks, and ability to decipher trends quickly Project management skills and experience with development of complex financial / decision support models

Specific Skills and Knowledge

Analytical, ambitious, self-motivated problem solver with ability to “think outside the box” and “can do” approach Ability to learn quickly and apply the knowledge to job at hand Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships at various levels within the organization Able to organize and prioritize demands, handle complex tasks, set, and meet deadlines, follow through within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands Strong knowledge of building financial models Excellent critical thinking Able to work independently with minimal supervision High emotional intelligence and adept at use of situational leadership Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite A resilient ‘can-do’ approach to work is crucial to be successful in this role Highly self-motivated and pro-active problem solver Has the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, tasks, and environments

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This is a full-time position that requires 40+ working hours a week. Additional time may be required during heavy workloads or to meet deadlines. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to handle long periods of screen time.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES; and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs, whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each and every employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.