Private Equity Acquisition Analyst

Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Type: Full-time, In-office

Company Overview Northern Rock (www.nrockusa.com) is a company that buys, operates, and grows exceptional businesses. Northern Rock recently closed a $45M Series D investment round from one of the most respected venture capital firms in the world to accelerate the acquisition strategy of its automotive brand, Main Street Auto (www.mainstreetauto.com). Northern Rock is seeking an exceptional private equity professional to support Main Street Auto in acquiring automotive repair shops and associated real estate across the United States.

Job Description:

· Conduct rigorous financial modeling and analysis, review and analyze operational data and financial statements, and prepare reports and investment memoranda and other materials for the company’s senior leadership

· Assist with the execution of the company’s acquisition and financing strategy through each stage of the deal lifecycle, including sourcing, underwriting, diligence, and post-acquisition integration

· Analyze earnings and cash flows on a reported and pro forma basis, identify key business and operational drivers of performance, conduct due diligence on acquisition targets, assist with the quality-of-earnings analysis, and create forecasts and analysis of investment risks and merits

· Actively assess the pipeline of deals sourced by our team of business development professionals across the country

· Gather, validate, and analyze important data regarding each acquisition target, its real estate, and the competitive landscape in the area

· Assist with the continuous improvement of the company’s acquisition and post-merger integration process

Qualifications:

· Extraordinary financial modeling skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Suite

· Mastery of three statement financial models

· B.A. or B.S., preferably with a major or specialization in finance, accounting, or a related field

· At least 1–2 years of financial modeling and analysis experience in investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory services, business valuation services, commercial banking, public accounting, and/or a related role

· Experience or proficiency with CRM system HubSpot or any similar data management program is preferred but not required