Clearsight Hiring Experienced Analysts and Associates

Clearsight, based outside Washington DC, in Tysons Corner is an investment bank focused on high growth Business Services and Technology companies in the software, professional services and information services industries. We provide world class strategic advice to rapidly growing clients.  The principals at Clearsight have provided expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising and valuation for over two decades. Our cohesive team has been working together for over ten years in various firms and launched Clearsight in 2011. We are seeking an experienced banker with a strong work ethic, a skill-set that allows the candidate to hit the ground running and someone who thrives in a collegial and entrepreneurial culture.

Job Description

The candidate will work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services, including: mergers and acquisitions (sell-side and buy-side), private placements of debt and equity, refinancing and leveraged buyouts.  The candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with senior level bankers of the firm and have leadership responsibilities on live deals.

Responsibilities include supporting new business development and current client engagements, including:

• Preparing, analyzing and explaining historical and projected financial information
• Coordinating and performing business due diligence
• Preparing confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other presentations
• Valuing companies and businesses
• Assisting in the marketing and planning of engagements
• Building relationships and maintaining direct contact with clients and prospective clients as well as other professional advisors

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated interest in the Business and Technology Services sectors, a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must be motivated, creative, outgoing and possess strong skills in financial analysis. Candidates must have a strong knowledge of accounting and applied financial theory, keen analytical capabilities, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Specific sector experience is preferred, but not required. Two to five years of prior investment banking experience executing M&A transactions is required, and a top tier MBA is preferred, but not required. Course work in accounting and finance is highly recommended.  Candidates with less than three year’s work experience will not be considered.

The environment at this firm is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Teamwork is essential to the firm’s success – at the same time, creativity and new ideas are encouraged.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@clearsightadvisors.com