Finance Director Jobs in Atlanta, GA

INTRODUCTION

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Equifax is seeking a Director, Finance - M&A to join our team in our Atlanta Midtown office. Operating as a critical leadership partner within our Finance COE, the Director will serve as the primary financial architect owning the valuation mechanics, complex scenario planning, and financial underwriting for all global and domestic transactions.

What you’ll do:

• Own and manage the corporate M&A valuation model to ensure accuracy, flexibility, and alignment in support of corporate development for live M&A transactions and target acquisitions
• Standardized reporting processes for post-M&A performance tracking and Board of Directors update
• Act as the FP&A partner to Corporate Development and Finance
• Gather and validate financial forecasts and assumptions in support of acquisition valuation
• Drive the financial due diligence process for target companies, cross-functionally collaborating with tax, accounting, legal, and business unit leaders to validate synergy assumptions
• Prepare board materials and deal decks to provide enhanced visibility into deal logic, sensitivity analysis, and return on investment (IRR)
• Articulate and calculate complex deal mechanics, including working capital adjustments, earn-outs, and synergy realization timelines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

What experience you need:

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience
• 5+ years relevant experience supporting M&A functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field
• You have a deep understanding of accounting, valuation methodologies (DCF, Precedent Transactions, Public Comps), and tax implications
• You have experience with financial data tools i.e., Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or Pitchbook and are proficient in analyzing financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Ability to deeply understand what’s driving enterprise value and the ability to defend assumptions under rigorous scrutiny of assumptions and financial projections
• Experience building complex, 3-statement financial models from scratch as well as maintaining and evolving Excel models using advanced formulas and macros

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

What could set you apart:

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation
• MBA or Master’s level degree in Finance
• Tech, Media, Telecom M&A transaction experience
• Goodwill impairment analysis experience

LOCATION

• Atlanta
• United States of America

COMPENSATION

We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!

WHO IS EQUIFAX?

At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.

We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.

Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.