Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst I

Location: Home-based or hybrid within the United States.  

Position Summary: 

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on learning experience with many core activities of the Bentley Ventures team, working in a high-energy and collaborative environment. The exposure obtained throughout will include but not be limited to new industries, business models, valuation methods, and research techniques, along with opportunities in diligence and M&A transaction processes. 

Your Day-to-Day: 

• Research industries and software solutions based on Bentley’s criteria   

• Review and analyze confidential information on potential acquisitions and create investment summaries, presentations, and memorandums outlining financial impact and strategic advantages for senior management and the Board.  

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and valuation of potential acquisition targets  

• Participate in due diligence for potential acquisitions, analyzing in-depth operational aspects of businesses and performing complex analyses; prepare both valuation and operational models on potential acquisitions.  

• Work with a high-energy M&A team across the globe.  

• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.  

• Coordinate with external advisors, bankers, and brokers.  

• Maintain deal-related documentation and coordinate post-acquisition integration tracking. 

• This is an individual contributor role.  

• This is a full-time role expected to work 40 hours per week. 

• This role requires communication with Managers, peers and other colleagues of the company in person, and/or by utilizing Microsoft Teams chat, calling and meeting functions.  

• This role may require minimal travel.  

• Requires sitting or standing at will while performing work on a computer (or any other physical requirements).  

What You Bring to The Team: 

Technical Skills:  

• Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques (e.g., DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transaction analysis).  

• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.  

• Experience with building financial models.  

• Proficiency in translating unorganized data into thoughtfully structured analysis.  

• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.  

Soft Skills:  

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.  

• Advanced English written and verbal communication skills.  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Strong work ethic and ability to handle a fast-paced environment.  

• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.  

• Strong interest in technology, entrepreneurship, and finance and a tenacious attitude toward research.  

• Collaborative by nature and not scared to challenge the status quo and put forward suggestions on how to improve existing processes.  

• Previous experience in the IT or infrastructure sector is not essential but would be seen as desirable.  

Additional Preferred Qualifications:  

• 2-3 years of complimentary professional experience (banking, consulting, advisory, accounting).  

• Professional designation obtained or in progress/near completion (ACCA, CA, or CFA).  

• Experience with financial modeling software   

• Knowledge of industry trends and M&A activity.  

• Familiarity with financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg Terminal, Capital IQ). 

What We Offer: 

• A great Team and culture – please see our Recruitment Video. 

• Home-Based, Hybrid or Office-based – choose what works for you. 

• An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction. 

• Competitive Salary and benefits. 

• The opportunity to work within a global and diversely international team. 

• A supportive and collaborative environment. 

• Colleague Recognition Awards. 

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About Bentley Systems

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) is the infrastructure engineering software company. We provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Our industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Our offerings, powered by the iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include MicroStation and Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation, Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing ProjectWise for project delivery, SYNCHRO for construction management, and AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,200 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries.
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