Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Sr. Associate Hybrid (Dallas, TX)

The M&A Associate / Sr. Associate supports the companys growth strategy through the identification evaluation execution and integration of mergers acquisitions investments and strategic partnerships. This role is responsible for financial analysis due diligence coordination transaction execution support and post-close integration planning. The position works cross-functionally with finance legal tax HR IT and business unit leaders to ensure transactions are strategically sound financially accretive and successfully integrated.

This position will offer flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work to be based in Dallas TX.

• Strategic M&A Planning: Evaluate the competitive landscape and assist in development of M&A plan to advance the strategic initiatives of the Company.  This will also include profiling and monitoring top targets.

• Target Evaluation: Analyze operational and financial information of potential targets.  Prepare multiple valuation analyses (comparables DCF IRR merger accretion/dilution etc.) to support executive decision making.

• Transaction Execution: Project management responsibilities to coordinate an entire transaction.  This will include managing due diligence internal functional team review (finance & accounting HR IT legal tax) and approval processes.

• Transaction Integration: Project management responsibilities to coordinate post-transaction integration activities. This includes coordinating integration planning and execution aligning cross-functional teams (finance & accounting HR IT legal tax operations) tracking synergy realization coordinating Day 1 and Day 100 readiness tracking integration milestones and ensuring successful operational cultural and systems alignment to achieve the intended transaction value.

• Presentation: Prepare investment thesis presentations summarizing conclusions and recommendations to present to executive management and the Board.

• Perform a variety of other ad hoc projects for senior management.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

For Associate:

• BA/BS plus at least 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

For Sr. Associate:

• BA/BS plus at least 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

As well as:

• Some minimal travel required. 
• Candidate must be highly analytical and have an in-depth knowledge of accounting finance and valuation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management experience particularly within integrations work
• Financial modeling skills (including usage of CapIQ or Factset plug-ins) is a plus.
• Exceptional Power Point and MS Excel skills.
• Self-motivated possessing a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills (oral & written) in order to interact with internal and external parties.
• Buy-side acquisition experience is a plus.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time