M&A Analyst

Green Thumb Industries is seeking an M&A Analyst in Chicago Heights, IL, to support investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships in the cannabis industry. Responsibilities include assessing opportunities, conducting due diligence, preparing presentations for executives, and managing portfolio investments. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 2+ years of financial analysis experience, strong modeling skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
The Role

We are looking for a dynamic M&A Analyst to join our incredible Corporate Development team. As our Analyst you will support the assessment, modeling, and execution of investments, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships in the cannabis space. The goal of the Corporate Development team is to identify accretive opportunities that create value for the Company's shareholders and represent prudent allocation of capital, all while being able to adjust and pivot in real-time to the ever-changing demands and landscape of the global cannabis industry. The Analyst will gather relevant data, build, and support operational models, and engage in active dialogue with the Company's executives and founders. Additional responsibilities include overseeing and managing current portfolio investments, and monitoring and sharing key trends in the industry, capital markets, and our peer universe.

Responsibilities
• Assess acquisition and investment opportunities and provide go / no-go recommendation to executives
• Lead the financial and business due diligence process required for potential investments
• Prepare summary presentations and written materials to executive leadership with supporting data on financial health and risks
• Assist in the execution of legal agreements, including coordination with all internal and external parties
• Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to obtain attractive returns for shareholders
• Consolidate and analyze financial data and reports issued by Company peers
• Perform industry data analysis to summarize and structure competitive intelligence in the cannabis industry
• Interact directly with management teams and advisors
• Assist with quarterly investor and board updates and presentations
• Manage summary analytics and reporting on company’s portfolio of investments and ventures
• Drive process improvement for the team

What we are looking for
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or other quantitative degree
• 2+ years of experience in a financial analyst position within corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, private credit, or hedge fund
• Superior skills with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong financial modeling skills
• Strong communication, analytical and data organization / interpretation skills
• Willingness to hustle; we operate at a fast pace and we expect team members to keep up
• Proven ability to multi-task, and produce quality work within tight deadlines
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness <br>• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Possesses a high level of critical thinking
• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
• Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
• Strong entrepreneurial spirt and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the cannabis industry and the laws.

Additional Requirements
• Must pass any and all required background checks
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.
Green Thumb Pay Range $100,000 — $120,000 USD