Analyst, Corporate Finance & M&A

Analyst, Corporate Finance & M&A Remote | Full-Time  The Analyst, Corporate Finance & M&A will partner with the corporate finance team and operations leadership to support financial analysis, acquisition due diligence, and internal reporting. This is a high-visibility, growth-oriented role designed for a sharp, detail-driven finance professional who is eager to build foundational expertise across FP&A, M&A analytics, and data-driven decision-making in a dynamic, multi-location retail environment. This role is ideal for a recent finance or business graduate who thrives on analytical problem-solving, is highly proficient in Excel, and is motivated to contribute meaningfully from day one. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES   M&A & Acquisition Support Assist with financial due diligence on acquisition targets, including analysis of historical P&Ls, revenue trends, and expense normalization. Support Quality of Earnings (QoE) processes by organizing data, reconciling financials, and flagging anomalies for review. Build and maintain acquisition budget models and post-close performance tracking tools. Help coordinate information requests with external advisors (legal, accounting, tax) during transaction processes.   Financial Reporting & Analysis Prepare monthly variance reports comparing actuals to budget across revenue, labor, and operating expenses. Support month-end close by compiling department-level financial data and assisting with consolidation. Develop and maintain financial dashboards and executive-ready reports for senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including store-level and corporate overhead modeling. Respond to ad hoc financial analysis requests from the CFO, operations leaders, and Percheron Capital.   Data & Systems Support Aggregate and clean financial data from multiple systems to support reporting and modeling needs. Build and maintain Excel-based tools for budgeting, headcount tracking, and operational KPI reporting. Assist in identifying opportunities to improve data workflows and reporting automation. Support the team in managing vendor and GL-level budget tracking files.   CANDIDATE BACKGROUND Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field required; MBA or graduate coursework in finance a plus. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis. Foundational understanding of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and general accounting concepts. Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently in a remote environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable translating financial data into clear summaries for non-finance audiences. A “roll up your sleeves” attitude – comfortable with ambiguity and eager to learn in a fast-paced, growth-oriented company. Interest in or exposure to M&A, private equity-backed businesses, or multi-unit retail is a plus but not required.   PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS Analytical thinker who enjoys digging into data and connecting it to business outcomes. Highly organized, disciplined self-starter who can operate with minimal oversight in a remote setting. Collaborative team player who communicates proactively and takes ownership of their work. Intellectually curious – eager to develop expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and operations analytics. Ethical, low-ego, and resilient – with the maturity to ask questions and grow quickly.   COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base Salary: $60,000 – $72,000, commensurate with education and experience Annual performance bonus eligibility Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) with company match Remote work flexibility   Big Brand Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.