Corporate Development Analyst

Corporate Development Analyst

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's leading financial centers. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Description

The Corporate Development Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the strategic inorganic growth initiatives of Baker Tilly. This position is responsible for assisting in mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, key hires + team lifts, partnerships, and other corporate development activities. The analyst works closely with senior leadership to identify and analyze opportunities, execute transactions (including helping drive due diligence and integration workstreams), and provide insights that drive long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support key tasks related to preliminary target diligence, such as NDA negotiation, requests for information, and scheduling financial diligence meetings.
• Maintain a database of potential targets, investments, and partnership prospects, manage a summary presentation tracking the current pipeline, and communicate key updates regularly to investors and firm leadership.
• Conduct financial analysis and modeling to evaluate inorganic opportunities.
• Perform industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and recommendations for senior management and executive leadership.
• Support due diligence processes, including data gathering, analysis, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the negotiation and execution of transaction agreements, working alongside legal, finance, and business teams.
• Work closely with the integration team to ensure smooth progression of key integration workstreams.
• Monitor and report on post-transaction integration and performance to ensure strategic objectives are met.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic factors impacting corporate strategy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree - preference for a major in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field, but not a "must" depending on prior experience. 1-3 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or related fields (sector experience in professional services is a plus). Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. High attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple projects simul