Sr. Analyst, Mergers & Acquisitions

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!
* Research, evaluate and summarize potential M&A targets using strategic frameworks and valuation modeling to determine strategic fit
* Collaborate with cross-functional project teams, with a key focus on planning, coordinating and executing transaction related due diligence and integration planning activities
* Effectively plan and facilitate meetings to reach conclusions/consensus. Monitor projects and solve problems to keep projects moving forward
* Identify and track risks, actions, issues, decisions, dependencies, and synergies to ensure successful diligence and integration
* Support a wide range of high visibility projects in order to answer urgent strategic questions from C-level executives
* Collaborate with a team of high performers to complete both ad hoc projects and recurring market and competitive research tasks
* Work with senior executives and the business units to identify and define initiatives that support the corporate / business unit strategy
* Create presentations to effectively communicate the status and results of the team’s due diligence and integration activities to both project teams and senior executives
* 3-5 years relevant work experience in a M&A environment including experience in diligence coordination and/or post-merger integration working for a management/strategic consulting firm, investment banker, or for a strategy team of a highly acquisitive organization
* Self-motivation, solid organizational skills, strong quantitative, spreadsheet, and presentation ability, and an “above and beyond” attitude to meet deadlines and deliver impeccable results
* Proven success in leading cross-functional teams in a high paced environment
* Solid track record executing at a high level as an individual contributor and then holding positions of increasing responsibility in the following areas:  + Project Management - demonstrated experience organizing, planning, and managing high-priority projects from concept through implementation, specifically around M&A  + Financial Modeling - experience in building financial business cases and understanding of financial analysis methods such as NPV and IRR  + Strategic Planning - ability to think strategically and plan effectively including experience in developing integration strategies and plans  + Stakeholder Communication - superior verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build presentations to communicate complex topics in straightforward terms  + Relationship Building - ability to foster strong, trusting relationships with stakeholders at all levels rooted in collaboration and teamwork, trust and empathy, conflict resolution and respect  + Market and Competitive Research and Analysis - strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail including demonstrated ability to drive to second-order insights
* A desire and comfort to work in a changing, fluid, ambiguous environment
* Ability to meet aggressive deadlines
* IQ/EQ balance that will enable growth into senior roles
* Ability to work in a collaborative, open work environment
* Advanced skill level in Excel and Google Workspace platforms
* Bachelors Degree preferred in Business, Finance, or Economics
* Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
* We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
* We value the…