Associate Corporate Development Analyst

Acquia is a leader in the digital experience platform (DXP) market, and the only truly Open DXP. Being an Open DXP is Acquia's pledge to a brighter digital tomorrow. It's part of our mission to shape a digital future that is safe, accessible, and available to all users without restrictions. We provide the world's most ambitious brands with products to embrace innovation and create customer... moments that matter and the freedom to build tomorrow on their terms. Headquartered in Boston, we have been named one of North America's fastest growing software companies by Deloitte and Inc. Magazine, rated a leader by industry analysts, and named the 2024 #6 Best Places to Work in the U.S. by Builtin. We are Acquia. We are building for the future and we want you to be a part of it! Overview The Associate Corporate Development Analyst role will provide support and be a vital resource for our Corporate Development and Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and quantitatively strong individual to gain hands-on strategic finance experience. The analyst will receive accounting and finance training and will be provided the opportunity to support the end-to-end deal (M&A) lifecycle: strategy formulation, financial valuation, deal structuring, negotiations, due diligence, and post-merger integration. The role will also provide the opportunity to explore, structure, and execute technology partnerships, while working alongside seasoned professionals in the field. The candidate will be responsible for day-to-day tasks as well as strategic initiatives for both the Corporate Development and Finance organizations. We're looking for someone who can perform both quantitative and qualitative analysis and help identify, quantify, and develop plans for capturing value in both deal and operational contexts. In short, you're great at thinking, great at explaining, and great at doing! Role Logistics You will report directly to the VP of Corporate Development, a member of Acquia's Executive Leadership Team (ELT), with a dotted line to the Director of FP&A. The Analyst will get exposure to other members of Acquia's ELT, including the CEO, CFO, Business Unit GMs, and CTO/CSO. This role is based on Acquia's Boston Headquarters, with the expectation to work from the office Monday through Thursday, for the first year of employment. We believe a candidate in this role will benefit the most from in-person coaching, development, and oversight. What you'll be responsible for: Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes Conducting market research and analysis to identify potential acquisition targets and strategic partners in various industries and regions Assisting in the due diligence process, including financial analysis, market analysis, and competitive analysis Supporting the negotiation and execution of M&A deals, joint ventures, and other strategic partnerships Developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, including target companies, investors, and industry experts Supporting the development and implementation of the company's business development strategy, including channel partnerships, technology partnerships, and strategic alliances Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, sales, marketing, and legal, to drive successful outcomes for the company What you'll need to be successful: BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent practical experience Interest and background in business and technology Work well as part of a team; however, has the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders Excellent project management skills A willingness to learn and be coached Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What you'll learn: Foundational accounting and finance knowledge, experience, and skills from leading subject matter specialists in the field Opportunity to gain valuable experience in corporate and business development in a dynamic and rapidly growing industry Exposure to senior leaders and decision-makers in the company and the industry Collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development Thank you for considering Acquia, and we look forward to receiving your application. There's no such thing as the perfect candidate. So, we're not looking for someone who matches all of our criteria; we're looking for someone with the potential to grow outward and upward. Regardless of how much of the criteria you meet, you should apply! Acquia is proud to provide best-in-class benefits offerings to our employees and their families in maintaining both a healthy body and a healthy mind. Core Benefits include: competitive healthcare coverage, wellness programs, take it when you need it time off, parental leave, recognition programs, and much more! Acquia is an equal opportunity (EEO) employer. We hire without regard to age, color, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law