Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst jobs in Illinois

We have a simple mission - save lives through making healthcare safer. By joining Daniels, a global and family-owned company, you will be surrounded by colleagues who are dedicated to each other and empowered to deliver the future success of the company. Daniels is a large international business with operations across South Africa, UK, Canada, USA and Australia. Operational activities include transport, manufacturing of products, distribution and treatment of healthcare waste. Daniels is a highly recognized brand in the healthcare space.

Daniels also operates 2 large charities with over $50m invested, a rapidly growing property group, and investment arm covering direct investment opportunities, managed funds,1 and private equity activities.

Due to business growth a new position has been created for a M&A Analyst to join our Mergers and Acquisitions team. 

• Mergers & Acquisitions – actively participate in end-to-end M&A processes, from direct sourcing of acquisition target all the way through financial modeling, due diligence, negotiations, and close.
• Integration – key player in pre- and post-close integration planning across all corporate functions, liaise with senior leadership team and their direct reports for strategy planning and execution.
• Reporting – prepare elaborate investment memoranda and quality of earnings reports to be presented to senior leadership team and Board of Directors.
• Strategic Finance – contribute to commercial analyses for non-M&A opportunities, financing projects, commercial negotiations, strategic mandates, etc.,
• Research – develop market research mapping, competitive business intelligence, understand landscape across core market and adjacencies.
• Other Support – assist across large corporate projects and other related mandates as they arise.

• Bachelor’s Degree Required in Accounting, Finance, Economics or another related field
• 1.5-3 years of experience in a Corporate Development or Financial Analysis role
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office software with advanced financial modeling skills
• Flexible and able to handle change easily, very comfortable with ambiguity
• Organized and works well in a team environment
• Open to domestic travel up to 15%

• Essential Service - Whilst everything seems unstable, join a company that is recession proof
• Benefits - With a robust suite of benefits, (medical, dental, vision and more) you'll find the plan that is right for you with us
• Vision - With a mission to make healthcare safer, you can make a positive impact and be a part of something that matters
• Culture - We have an open office plan with an open-door policy, be a part of a team environment with team based strategic planning
• Your Birthday - In addition to paid holidays and sick days you'll also receive your birthday off so you can celebrate your way
• Game Zone - In office - ping pong table, nintendo switch, massage chair, basketball hoop and more
• Building Perks - gym, roof deck, bike room and plenty of lunch spots

Learn more about us and our mission!

Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart  conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.