Sr. Analyst M&A

Company Description

Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us. 

Diversity is embedded in who we are and all that we do: our mindset, our solutions, and our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable environment. We put our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. Our differences make us richer and enable stronger relationships with each other and foster greater impact for our clients. We engage with our communities to drive positive social impact by fostering equity and working to create a digital society that works for all.

Job Description

The Senior Analyst M&A is responsible for assisting M&A Managers and Directors with all aspects of acquisitions and divestiture activities globally, to ensure adherence to acquisition policies, sound commercial decisions and an efficient deal process.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Target evaluation:

• Assist in preparing valuation model and run various sensitivities to stress-test potential outcomes and ensure deal falls within DI’s acquisition return parameters 
• Assist in preparing detailed proposals for each deal and presenting to DI acquisition management
• Support presentation of initial deal terms with sellers; draft initial offer in conjunction with M&A Managers / Directors and legal team 
• Maintain a deal pipeline and prepare updates for the DI Global acquisition management on a regular basis 
• Assist in earnout calculation and working capital adjustment processes, liaising with Finance Group in London to provide clarifications and obtain approvals

Deal process: 

• Assist M&A Managers and Directors in the deal process from signing of letter of intent to integration, in line with group policies and delegated authorities
• Work with outside diligence advisors to ensure appropriate scope of work in line with group policies and delegated authorities
• Review all diligence reports; compile issues action list accordingly for final reporting to the acquisitions committee 
• Assist in the preparation of all purchase accounting entries and liaise with DI accounting group to ensure compliance with DI’s accounting policies and IFRS 
• Maintain a post-transaction schedule of closed transaction purchase agreement requirements, including future earn-out payments, closing balance sheet submission, escrow release, etc. 
• Assist M&A Managers and Directors with overseeing the auditors’ performance of earn-out reviews, the preparation and review process and communication of results to the DI acquisition management for approval of earn-out payments 

Ad Hoc Projects:

• From time to time the Senior Analyst of M&A will be asked to take on ad hoc projects which may include things such as (but not limited to) internal financial reviews of trading units, advise start-up groups / business lines within DI

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA certification preferred 
• 2 years of Accounting or Finance experience including at least 1 year at a Big 4 Accounting firm, investment bank or similar institution preferably working in the media and technology sectors. Mergers and Acquisition experience a plus 
• Experience working for an advertising agency or professional services company a plus 
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with financial models 
• Proven ability to interact with people at all levels of an organization, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork and results
• Strategic thinking ability with balanced analytical and creative approach 
• High-level proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

Experience needed to proceed to the next level:

• Aspiring to expand scope to executive level
• Proven track record of contributing to internal operations and business development beyond the specific service line of Finance
• Raises group proficiency – leadership, quality, efficiency
• Excellent team feedback (direct reports and collaborative team partners)
• Proactive and drives improvement

Additional Information

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.
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