Group 1 Automotive Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S. Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience including vehicle sales financing aftersales service and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve Group 1 is investing in the people technology and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.
At Group 1 our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted challenged and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity transparency professionalism teamwork and respect you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.
Overview
Group 1 Automotive Inc is seeking to hire a Corporate Development Analyst. This role supports the Companys growth strategy through financial analysis acquisition evaluation strategic planning capital allocation analysis and corporate development initiatives.
The Corporate Development Analyst will partner closely with Finance Corporate Development Investor Relations and executive leadership to support mergers and acquisitions strategic planning operational analysis and enterprise growth initiatives. This role provides exposure to executive-level decision-making and plays a key role in supporting the financial analyses and strategic recommendations that drive business performance and long-term value creation.
This position is ideal for an analytical finance professional who enjoys solving complex business problems building financial models evaluating strategic opportunities and supporting high-impact corporate initiatives.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Corporate Development
Support corporate development and M&A activities including acquisition analysis strategic evaluations and disposition initiatives
Conduct financial and operational due diligence activities related to acquisitions divestitures and strategic transactions
Assist in evaluating strategic business opportunities partnerships and growth initiatives aligned with the Companys long-term objectives
Support acquisition strategy discussions through financial analysis valuation modeling and transaction evaluation
Assist with post-acquisition integration analysis and strategic performance tracking
Strategic Finance & Capital Allocation
Support analyses related to capital allocation decisions including acquisitions dealership investments debt management and other strategic initiatives
Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate growth opportunities and investment decisions
Support long-range planning strategic forecasting and enterprise value creation initiatives
Analyze operational and financial performance trends and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making
Investor Relations & Executive Reporting
Support Investor Relations activities through financial analysis peer benchmarking industry research and participation in investor-related meetings
Prepare executive presentations Board materials and strategic analyses for senior leadership
Develop reporting tools dashboards and presentation materials to support corporate development and strategic finance initiatives
Market Research & Strategic Analysis
Conduct market industry competitor and economic research to support strategic planning and investment decisions
Monitor industry trends acquisition activity and competitive developments to identify opportunities and risks
Translate financial and operational data into actionable business insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance Operations Investor Relations Accounting and executive leadership teams on strategic initiatives
Support ad hoc projects and analyses across strategic finance corporate development and enterprise planning functions
Serve as a resource to team members and stakeholders by providing analytical support and financial insights
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or a related field
46 years of experience in:
Corporate Development
Strategic Finance
Investment Banking
Transaction Advisory
FP&A
M&A Advisory
Or other analytical finance roles
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
Experience supporting acquisition analysis strategic planning valuation or capital allocation initiatives
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities
Excellent verbal written and presentation skills
Strong attention to detail organizational skills and business acumen
Demonstrated ability to solve complex business problems and develop actionable recommendations
Preferred
Experience supporting M&A transactions due diligence activities and post-close analyses
Experience supporting Investor Relations initiatives and executive-level reporting
Experience within a public company multi-entity organization or consumer-facing industry
Advanced proficiency in:
Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint
Financial modeling
Data analysis and reporting tools
Exposure to Board-level materials and strategic planning processes
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.
Required Experience:
IC
About UsGroup 1 Automotive Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S. Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experie...
About Us
Group 1 Automotive Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S. Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience including vehicle sales financing aftersales service and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve Group 1 is investing in the people technology and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.
At Group 1 our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted challenged and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity transparency professionalism teamwork and respect you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.
Overview
Group 1 Automotive Inc is seeking to hire a Corporate Development Analyst. This role supports the Companys growth strategy through financial analysis acquisition evaluation strategic planning capital allocation analysis and corporate development initiatives.
The Corporate Development Analyst will partner closely with Finance Corporate Development Investor Relations and executive leadership to support mergers and acquisitions strategic planning operational analysis and enterprise growth initiatives. This role provides exposure to executive-level decision-making and plays a key role in supporting the financial analyses and strategic recommendations that drive business performance and long-term value creation.
This position is ideal for an analytical finance professional who enjoys solving complex business problems building financial models evaluating strategic opportunities and supporting high-impact corporate initiatives.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Corporate Development
Support corporate development and M&A activities including acquisition analysis strategic evaluations and disposition initiatives
Conduct financial and operational due diligence activities related to acquisitions divestitures and strategic transactions
Assist in evaluating strategic business opportunities partnerships and growth initiatives aligned with the Companys long-term objectives
Support acquisition strategy discussions through financial analysis valuation modeling and transaction evaluation
Assist with post-acquisition integration analysis and strategic performance tracking
Strategic Finance & Capital Allocation
Support analyses related to capital allocation decisions including acquisitions dealership investments debt management and other strategic initiatives
Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate growth opportunities and investment decisions
Support long-range planning strategic forecasting and enterprise value creation initiatives
Analyze operational and financial performance trends and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making
Investor Relations & Executive Reporting
Support Investor Relations activities through financial analysis peer benchmarking industry research and participation in investor-related meetings
Prepare executive presentations Board materials and strategic analyses for senior leadership
Develop reporting tools dashboards and presentation materials to support corporate development and strategic finance initiatives
Market Research & Strategic Analysis
Conduct market industry competitor and economic research to support strategic planning and investment decisions
Monitor industry trends acquisition activity and competitive developments to identify opportunities and risks
Translate financial and operational data into actionable business insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance Operations Investor Relations Accounting and executive leadership teams on strategic initiatives
Support ad hoc projects and analyses across strategic finance corporate development and enterprise planning functions
Serve as a resource to team members and stakeholders by providing analytical support and financial insights
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or a related field
46 years of experience in:
Corporate Development
Strategic Finance
Investment Banking
Transaction Advisory
FP&A
M&A Advisory
Or other analytical finance roles
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
Experience supporting acquisition analysis strategic planning valuation or capital allocation initiatives
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities
Excellent verbal written and presentation skills
Strong attention to detail organizational skills and business acumen
Demonstrated ability to solve complex business problems and develop actionable recommendations
Preferred
Experience supporting M&A transactions due diligence activities and post-close analyses
Experience supporting Investor Relations initiatives and executive-level reporting
Experience within a public company multi-entity organization or consumer-facing industry
Advanced proficiency in:
Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint
Financial modeling
Data analysis and reporting tools
Exposure to Board-level materials and strategic planning processes
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.
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