Associate, M&A

What To Expect

As a vital member of the Corporate Development team, this role involves close collaboration with business leaders and cross-functional partners including HR, Legal, Tax, Finance, and Accounting to evaluate opportunities. The team originates, diligences, structures, negotiates, and integrates complementary businesses, technologies, and teams to accelerate growth, expand product offerings, or enter new markets. The Senior Associate will contribute to the evaluation and execution of acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and other projects. Responsibilities span the full spectrum of a deal lifecycle from deal origination through post-close integration, focusing on financial due diligence, valuation modeling, deal structuring, negotiations, and integration activities across the organization.

What You'll Do

Identify and resolve issues across the deal lifecycle, from pre-sign due diligence to post-close integration of acquired businessesAnalyze financial and operational performance of target companies by reviewing diligence materials and preparing financial models to support transaction evaluation with management teamsParticipate in purchase agreement negotiations, providing insights on working capital, indebtedness, and purchase price adjustmentsCollaborate with Finance, Accounting, Tax, Investor Relations, and Legal teams to deliver transaction insightsSupport end-to-end integration efforts by developing detailed plans, coordinating execution, monitoring progress, and escalating risksPrepare communications for senior leaders on deal rationale, valuation, integration strategies, tradeoffs, and financial or operational impacts

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, related field, or equivalent experience3+ years of experience in investment banking, finance, accounting, advisory, or consulting rolesPrior experience supporting M&A transactions, including financial due diligenceAdvanced financial and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$64,000 - $276,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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