M&A Associate

If you are looking for a career at a dynamic company with a people-first mindset and a deep culture of growth and autonomy, ACV is the right place for you! Competitive compensation packages and learning and development opportunities, ACV has what you need to advance to the next level in your career.  We will continue to raise the bar every day by investing in our people and technology to help our customers succeed. We hire people who share our passion, bring innovative ideas to the table, and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere.
 

Who we are: 

ACV is a technology company that has revolutionized how dealers buy and sell cars online. We are transforming the automotive industry. ACV Auctions Inc. (ACV), has applied innovation and user-designed, data driven applications and solutions. We are building the most trusted and efficient digital marketplace with data solutions for sourcing, selling and managing used vehicles with transparency and comprehensive insights that were once unimaginable. We are disruptors of the industry and we want you to join us on our journey. ACV’s network of brands includes ACV Auctions, ACV Transportation, ClearCar, MAX Digital and ACV Capital within its Marketplace Products, as well as, True360 and Data Services.

 At ACV we focus on the Health, Physical, Financial, Social and Emotional Wellness of our Teammates and, to support this, we offer:

• Multiple medical plans including a high deductible, low cost health plan 
• Company-sponsored (paid) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive optional benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life/AD&D, Legal/ID Protection, and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including uncapped vacation days, the greater of 3 paid sick days or in accordance with the applicable state or local paid sick leave law, 6 paid company holidays, 2 floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, voting leave, and other forms of paid leave as required by applicable law or regulation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with additional opportunities to earn stock in the Company
• Retirement planning through the Company’s 401(k) 

Who we are looking for:

ACV is seeking a rising leader to join our M&A deals team as an Associate, Mergers and Acquisitions. The M&A deals team helps accelerate ACV’s strategic roadmap by identifying and executing acquisitions and other investments. The right candidate is strategic, analytical, creative, relationship-oriented, and results-oriented.

What you will do:

• Develop a detailed understanding of ACV’s strategic objectives and market landscape, gather competitive industry intelligence, and help identify high potential acquisition opportunities across existing and future market verticals and geographies. Advise and challenge M&A strategy
• Drive deal analysis, including valuation, business case construction, deal structuring, thorough development of financial and operating models, and robust post-acquisition scorecards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across ACV and advisors on all aspects of M&A including deal management and due diligence
• Produce effective board level and company presentations related to M&A and investments
• Partner with internal Integrations function and business partners to ensure deal objectives are met
• Undertake special projects and business initiatives

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or other relevant field
• Two or more years experience in investment banking or private equity preferred
• Superior analytical and financial modeling skills and deep familiarity with accounting and operational concepts
• Strong interest in technology and marketplace businesses
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings and create structure around ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects across a broad set of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, strategic, curious, growth-minded, motivated self-starter
• Flexible, zero-ego team player who consistently builds trust and strong relationships
• Stellar written and oral communication skills
• Willing to travel as necessary

Compensation: $79,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skillset, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law.

No immigration or work visa sponsorship will be provided for this position.

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