[Hiring] Associate, Strategy & Partnerships @US Acute Care Solutions

Role Description

The Strategy and Partnership Associate role has upward mobility in a high growth, private healthcare company that has nearly tripled its revenue in the last 5 years. This position is expected to work closely with our Regional Presidents and C-level execs to analyze, solve, and communicate material and complex new business opportunities. The position is also expected to manage and work across multiple corporate functions (finance, legal, integration/operations, and clinical leadership) in the context of organic growth, tuck-in acquisitions, and special projects as a high profile and trusted team member that drives solutions. This position is expected to handle sensitive company information with proper care and confidentiality.

• Advance the company’s organic growth and tuck-in acquisition strategy by owning the financial analysis and due diligence of new business opportunities
• Competency and creative problem-solving abilities in the areas of Finance, Investing, Strategy, Organic Growth, Investor Relations, Board of Directors initiatives, Market Sizing & Strategy, and Industry Competitive Dynamics
• Develop and maintain detailed understanding of USACS’s service lines, regions, strategy
• Establish and maintain close working relationships across multiple corporate functions (Finance, Legal, Operations, Regional/Clinical Leadership)
• Participate in the new business screening process to determine which organic growth opportunities are worth team resources
• Create and execute on diligence work plans
• Identify synergies, coordinating directly with Regional Presidents and our operations leaders to develop a viable plan, including integration timeline
• Run the excel financial model that analyzes the “what” and the “why” of historical financial results, and thoughtfully projects the drivers and estimated results of Revenue and EBITDA
• Create scenario and sensitivity analyses to determine impact to financial results, EBITDA multiples & investment returns, and cash flow
• Summarize due diligence findings and team recommendations into power point presentations for C-suite executives and Board Members
• Review and assist in the drafting of legal documentation: Letter of Intents (“LOIs”), Term Sheets, Compensation Plan Agreements, and Definitive Customer Agreements
• Build funds flow model used by USACS Treasury to wire cash and equity funds at close
• Serve as liaison to Integration team to ensure a smooth transaction close and synergy realization
• Deliver on special business strategy projects as assigned by executive management (e.g. CEO, CFO, GC), Board of Directors, and Strategy and Partnership team members
• Attend conferences and management meetings as required

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in EBITDA modeling & analysis, company valuation, and M&A due diligence
• Experience working with C-suite executives preferred
• Experience interfacing with private equity preferred
• Experience in and ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and act in a diplomatic manner
• A well-organized and self-directed individual who is able to work with minimal amount of supervision
• Possesses strong attention to detail, curiosity in understanding the “why”, and desire to “own” his/her role
• Communication skills: An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects against their deadlines
• Willingness to travel on occasion, as needed
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Possesses eagerness to take on growing responsibilities and leadership roles within USACS

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, with above 3.5 GPA preferred
• Minimum 2 years bulge-bracket accounting, investment banking, equity research, management consulting, corporate finance, or corporate development experience
• Healthcare industry experience. Health system or physician group experience welcomed, but not required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) employee and employer contributions
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Paid parental leave & family support benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Employee assistance programs & wellness resources
• Additional compensation may include bonus eligibility, equity, or other incentive programs, depending on the role
• Specific benefit offerings and eligibility will be provided during the hiring process and may be subject to change in accordance with applicable laws and company policies