JUNIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST – M&A

VALIDA CORPORATE FINANCE, a corporate finance advisory firm specializing in strategic and financial advisory services for companies, entrepreneurs and professional investors, is looking for a Junior Financial Analyst to join its Finance & M&A Team.

The position is designed for candidates with initial professional experience in Corporate Finance, M&A, Transaction Services, Investment Banking or Financial Advisory, who are looking to further develop their career in M&A and corporate finance.

The successful candidate will join the team and be directly involved in domestic, international and cross-border M&A transactions, supporting financial analysis, company valuation and deal execution activities, with a progressive level of autonomy and responsibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Junior Financial Analyst will be involved across the different stages of the M&A process, working closely with the deal team and supporting activities including:

• Financial analysis of target companies and their financial performance, including the review of financial statements, business plans, KPIs and key financial metrics.
• Preparation and development of financial models, forecasts and transaction-related financial analyses.
• Preparation of valuation analyses using key methodologies, including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), trading comparables and precedent transactions.
• Preparation of investment and transaction materials, including Information Memoranda, Teasers, Management Presentations, company profiles and other materials supporting M&A transactions.
• Market and industry analysis, benchmarking, and assessment of key market trends and competitive dynamics.
• Research, screening and identification of potential buyers, investors and acquisition targets across domestic and international markets.
• Preparation of analyses, reports and presentations for clients, management teams and investors, as well as buyer/target lists and strategic analysis of potential counterparties.
• Support in managing the M&A pipeline and the different stages of transaction processes.
• Support in the preparation and management of Virtual Data Rooms and due diligence processes.
• Support in deal execution, including interaction with clients, investors, counterparties and other professional advisors involved in the transaction.
• Support to the deal team throughout the transaction lifecycle, from preliminary analysis through to closing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance or a related discipline.
• Previous professional experience, even if limited, specifically within Corporate Finance, M&A, Transaction Services, Investment Banking or Financial Advisory, with direct exposure to financial analysis, company valuation and/or M&A transactions.
• Professional fluency in Spanish and strong written and spoken English skills.
• Knowledge of Italian is considered a plus, but is not essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good understanding of Corporate Finance principles, financial modelling and company valuation.
• Knowledge of key valuation methodologies, including DCF.
• Previous experience using financial databases and market intelligence platforms such as S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg, PitchBook, FactSet or Mergermarket is considered a plus.
• Strong interest in M&A and corporate finance transactions.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and in an international environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Direct involvement in domestic and international M&A transactions, including cross-border deals.
• A structured professional development path with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Direct exposure to the different stages of the M&A transaction process.
• A dynamic and international working environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, entrepreneurs, companies and investors.
• Location: Buenos Aires – hybrid working model combining remote work and office presence.
• Part-time position, with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time position based on business needs and mutual agreement.