- Location
- USA - Georgia - Atlanta - Midtown 30309, United States of America
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Director
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.
Equifax is seeking a Director, Finance - M&A to join our team in our Atlanta Midtown office . Operating as a critical leadership partner within our Finance COE, the Director will serve as the primary financial architect owning the valuation mechanics, complex scenario planning, and financial underwriting for all global and domestic transactions .
What you’ll do
Own and manage the corporate M&A valuation model to ensure accuracy, flexibility, and alignment in support of corporate development for live M&A transactions and target acquisitions
Standardized reporting processes for post-M&A performance tracking and Board of Directors update
Act as the FP&A partner to Corporate Development and Finance
Gather and validate financial forecasts and assumptions in support of acquisition valuation
Drive the financial due diligence process for target companies, cross-functionally collaborating with tax, accounting, legal, and business unit leaders to validate synergy assumptions.
Prepare board materials and deal decks to provide enhanced visibility into deal logic, sensitivity analysis, and return on investment (IRR).
Articulate and calculate complex deal mechanics, including working capital adjustments, earn-outs, and synergy realization timelines.
What experience you need
Minimum 10 years of professional experience
5+ years relevant experience supporting M&A functions
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
You have a deep understanding of accounting, valuation methodologies (DCF, Precedent Transactions, Public Comps), and tax implications
You have experience with financial data tools i.e., Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or Pitchbook and are proficient in analyzing financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
Ability to deeply understand what’s driving enterprise value and the ability to defend assumptions under rigorous scrutiny of assumptions and financial projections
Experience building complex, 3-statement financial models from scratch as well as maintaining and evolving Excel models using advanced formulas and macros
What could set you apart
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation
MBA or Master’s level degree in Finance.
Tech, Media, Telecom M&A transaction experience
Goodwill impairment analysis experience
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We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
Primary Location:
USA-Atlanta CorporateFunction:
Function - FinanceSchedule:
Full time