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We are a lean, nimble, and highly adaptive team that works seamlessly and transparently with our Brands in order for them to take the spotlight. We focus our efforts and talents to drive best practices, capture new opportunities, and accelerate performance across our portfolio of brands. Joining the a.k.a. Brands team means rolling up your sleeves, digging into challenges, creating and implementing new strategies, and not being limited to the confines of a job title or job description. We all play on the same team and value the insights and contributions that every member of our team makes daily.
The Transaction Finance Manager will play the pivotal role of maintaining operating and financial models for potential investments and leading a.k.a.’s diligence and integration of new acquisitions.
The Transaction Finance Manager will work closely with the VP of Strategy and M&A and Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to present acquisition opportunities to a.k.a.’s investment committee, Board of Directors, and investors as well as ensure seamless integration of new target’s into a.k.a.’s financial budgeting process. The incumbent will serve as a key member of the corporate finance and strategy teams with a distinct focus on Financial Due Diligence and Financial Planning & Analysis.
Essential Functions- Financial Due Diligence (50%):
- Analyzing financial and operational results of potential investment targets, including quality of earnings, key performance indicators, margin structure, and unit economics.
- Developing detailed financial models for including past and projected results.
- Coordinating due diligence for potential transactions.
- Interfacing with strategy, finance, legal, tax, and other departments of a.k.a. to ensure seamless deal execution.
- Integrating acquisition models into a.k.a.’s consolidated financial projection models for presentation to internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Functions- Financial Planning Analysis (50%):
- Maintaining post-investment operating and financial models (building new ones as needed) and assisting in the financial planning process.
- Aligning with cross-functional teams to drive the strategic business objectives with short-term and long-term financial planning.
- Playing an integral role in the Company’s financial planning process, including the annual and multi-year financial planning cycles.
- Continuously refining and upgrading financial infrastructure in order to best reflect the business, improve decision-making, and help the company transition to a mature enterprise.
- Assisting in any ad-hoc analyses and deep dives into novel issues to improve the collective understanding of risks and opportunities related to the business.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or related discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience in a highly analytical environment, with experience in public accounting, financial due diligence, transaction services, investment banking, or similarly demanding environment in which financial modeling and strategic analysis are regularly performed and managed with senior stakeholders.
Knowledge & Skill Requirements:
- Advanced current knowledge of US GAAP, cash-to-accrual accounting adjustments, purchase accounting, pro forma reporting, and other transaction-related issues.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Entrepreneurial flexibility and comfort working and cultivating relationships in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
- Experience with data analytics tools (Alteryx, Tableau, etc.) preferred.
Benefits of Working at a.k.a. Brands:
Working with a best-in-class company, requires a best-in-class benefits and compensation offering. When taking on a role at a.k.a. Brands you will receive:
> Competitive market-based compensation and financial incentives.
> A full range of company-sponsored health and welfare benefits
> A sector leading 401(k) retirement program that matches 100% of your contributions up 5% of your pay
> Generous discounts across our direct-to-consumer brands.
> A time-off package that includes 35-days off per year
> Learning, development, and stretch opportunities to help grow your career.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
a.k.a. Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace. To facilitate this, we actively promote a culture of inclusivity internally and encourage both those with non-traditional backgrounds and candidates that identity as part of a traditionally marginalized community to apply for opportunities with us and our portfolio of brands. Additionally, we routinely review our hiring practices and recruiting sources to eliminate both potential and actual bias in the hiring process.
If you need assistance or accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that we do not respond to application inquiries or resume submissions via this email address.
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