THE OPPORTUNITY
Blue Ops is part of the Xerxes Global portfolio and is a boutique consulting firm that specializes in strategic M&A advisory and business growth. We combine real-world experience with proprietary software to bring unparalleled value to our clients in private equity, investment banking, portfolio companies and more. We aren’t “consultants” here, we are doers. We take a hands-on approach, integrating with our clients’ teams for buy-side diligence, sell-side preparation and onboarding/management of portfolio companies.

Employees here are an elite group of bright, strategic thinkers. They are encouraged to take the ball and run with it, and there’s no question your individual impact can be felt. Our employees are highly valued on an individual level and are always pushed to grow and continuously move onward and upward in their careers. Here, you’ll be working side-by-side with top-level finance and IT executives, making connections and constantly learning.

THE ROLE
Blue Ops is seeking a Financial Analyst to be an integral member of the Business Team. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing financial analysis, modeling and business process support in client engagements. This position will also serve as an advisor and liaison to investment banking, private equity and corporate clients on software implementation engagements. The Financial Analyst will gain exposure to investment banks, private equity firms or corporate clients while conducting analysis on buy-side transactions, preparing a business for sale, or implementing and utilizing software to improve a company’s operations.

The responsibilities of the Financial Analyst may include:
· Analyze operational and financial data to provide insights into clients’ business performance
· Support client due diligence efforts with financial modeling, analysis and data reviews
· Deliver presentations to clients regarding performance, findings and recommendations
· Advise and support the implementation of key business processes with clients
· Advise, support, train and partner with client business end-users during software implementations. Client may be investment banks, private equity firms or operating companies
· Assist on due diligence and financial modeling for internal acquisition targets
· Assist in development of operating and long-term plans for clients and internal businesses
· Partner with internal software development team in product development, testing and refinement of software features and functionality

Anticipated start date of July 11, 2022

WHAT IT TAKES
Blue Ops is a rapidly growing consulting firm – we care about results and are all eager to jump in and get our hands dirty. Important competencies to effectively perform this role include:
· Self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision
· Communicates effectively with users/customers & colleagues 2-3 levels up/down and across a range of disciplines, and all levels of management
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills
· Ability to use data analysis to develop insights and hypothesis vs. reported numbers
· Capable of multi-tasking across projects of varying scope and complexity
· Ability to adapt on the fly
· Able to deal with ambiguity


WHAT YOUR RESUME SHOWS
While we’re looking for some specific experiences and skill-sets, nothing is more important than a strong work-ethic, resilience in the face of change, and a passion for learning and creating. Some of the things you might bring to the role include:
· Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with an anticipated graduation date of May 2022 – emphasis in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Mathematics/Data Analytics
· Self-starter and proven track record of strong communication
· Enjoys teamwork and cultivating relationships
· Strong technical financial skills (e.g. financial statement preparation/composition, audit, planning & budgeting, etc.)
· Exposure to business intelligence and/or planning and budgeting software applications a plus
· Proficient in Microsoft Suite, such as MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Access, etc.

THE PROCESS
Please apply via Handshake: https://app.joinhandshake.com/employers/295705

Note: Blue Ops is unable to provide sponsorship for employment at this time.

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