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Mergers and acquisitions roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory, requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field. Investment banks, private equity firms, and Big Four advisory practices all file LCAs regularly for M&A analysts, associates, and vice presidents.
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Reports To: VP of Corporate Development
Location: Columbus, Ohio (Open to partial remote for the right candidate)
Position Summary
The role will be a critical member of the Corporate Development team, working closely with and reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Development to execute the company's acquisition strategy. A key responsibility of this role will be to own all aspects of financial modeling and analysis for potential acquisitions.
In addition to driving the valuation modeling, the candidate will act as a key project manager during the due diligence phase, coordinating multiple workstreams to ensure smooth transaction execution. Additionally, the candidate will have the opportunity to identify and evaluate potential new targets. This role is designed for a high-performing professional targeting a fast runway, and upon proven success, future opportunities to:
- Independently lead M&A transactions under the mentorship and guidance of the VP of Corporate Development
- Source proprietary M&A transactions via research and target outreach
- Present to the OTC C-Suite and Board of Directors
- Develop business cases for expansion into new end markets, product categories, or geographies
What You'll Do:
Financial Modeling & Valuation: Own the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of complex financial models for M&A valuations (including 3-statement models, DCF, trading comparables, and precedent transaction analyses). Your models will be the cornerstone of our deal evaluation process.
Due Diligence Project Management: In some instances, act as the central project manager for the due diligence process. Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams (Finance, HR, Tax, Legal, Operations) and external advisors to keep diligence checklists updated, manage the virtual data room (VDR), and ensure all milestones are met on time.
Market Research & Pipeline: Conduct industry and company-specific research to identify potential acquisition targets and maintain the corporate development pipeline tracker.
Career Progression Track: Actively shadow the VP of Corporate Development during deal structuring, letter of intent (LOI) drafting, and negotiations. This role is structured to groom the candidate to independently lead smaller M&A deals in the future.
What You'll Need:
- Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a highly analytical role such as investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory services. A CPA is a plus.
- Financial Modeling Expertise: Demonstrated, hands-on mastery of building complex three-statement financial models and performing various valuation analyses.
- Project Management Skills: Proven ability to organize, track, and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.
- Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative capabilities with an exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-Motivation: A proactive, high-energy individual who can work independently and is eager to take on more deal-lead responsibilities over time.
- Communication: Ability to distill complex financial analysis and due diligence findings into clear, concise insights for the VP of Corporate Development and executive leadership.
- The ideal candidate will be ready to roll up their sleeves for deals and relationships alike; low ego and be collaborative in nature.
Job Title: Senior Associate, M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions)
Reports To: VP of Corporate Development
Location: Columbus, Ohio (Open to partial remote for the right candidate)
Position Summary
The role will be a critical member of the Corporate Development team, working closely with and reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Development to execute the company's acquisition strategy. A key responsibility of this role will be to own all aspects of financial modeling and analysis for potential acquisitions.
In addition to driving the valuation modeling, the candidate will act as a key project manager during the due diligence phase, coordinating multiple workstreams to ensure smooth transaction execution. Additionally, the candidate will have the opportunity to identify and evaluate potential new targets. This role is designed for a high-performing professional targeting a fast runway, and upon proven success, future opportunities to:
- Independently lead M&A transactions under the mentorship and guidance of the VP of Corporate Development
- Source proprietary M&A transactions via research and target outreach
- Present to the OTC C-Suite and Board of Directors
- Develop business cases for expansion into new end markets, product categories, or geographies
What You'll Do:
Financial Modeling & Valuation: Own the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of complex financial models for M&A valuations (including 3-statement models, DCF, trading comparables, and precedent transaction analyses). Your models will be the cornerstone of our deal evaluation process.
Due Diligence Project Management: In some instances, act as the central project manager for the due diligence process. Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams (Finance, HR, Tax, Legal, Operations) and external advisors to keep diligence checklists updated, manage the virtual data room (VDR), and ensure all milestones are met on time.
Market Research & Pipeline: Conduct industry and company-specific research to identify potential acquisition targets and maintain the corporate development pipeline tracker.
Career Progression Track: Actively shadow the VP of Corporate Development during deal structuring, letter of intent (LOI) drafting, and negotiations. This role is structured to groom the candidate to independently lead smaller M&A deals in the future.
What You'll Need:
- Experience: 2-5 years of experience in a highly analytical role such as investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory services. A CPA is a plus.
- Financial Modeling Expertise: Demonstrated, hands-on mastery of building complex three-statement financial models and performing various valuation analyses.
- Project Management Skills: Proven ability to organize, track, and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.
- Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative capabilities with an exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-Motivation: A proactive, high-energy individual who can work independently and is eager to take on more deal-lead responsibilities over time.
- Communication: Ability to distill complex financial analysis and due diligence findings into clear, concise insights for the VP of Corporate Development and executive leadership.
- The ideal candidate will be ready to roll up their sleeves for deals and relationships alike; low ego and be collaborative in nature.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Mergers And Acquisitions
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
M&A work demands direct degree-to-role alignment for H-1B approval. A finance, economics, or accounting degree strengthens your petition. If your degree is in a tangentially related field, gather coursework transcripts that show quantitative finance or valuation training.
Target firms with consistent LCA filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Applications by SOC code 13-2051 (Financial Analysts) or 13-1111 (Management Analysts). Firms with recurring LCA filings for M&A titles have established sponsorship workflows and are less likely to balk at the process.
Search M&A roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters M&A positions by verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which employers will file. Search by role title and filter for active LCA filings to surface firms that have sponsored similar positions recently.
Clarify employer-paid filing fee obligations early
M&A employers, especially banks and advisory firms, are accustomed to covering I-129 filing fees. USCIS prohibits H-1B workers from paying certain fees themselves. Confirm in writing during the offer stage that the firm will cover required government fees before you accept.
Use the prevailing wage tier to assess your offer
DOL sets four prevailing wage levels for each occupation and metro area. The LCA your employer files must certify your salary meets at least Level I. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to verify the filed wage is compliant.
H-1B Visa Mergers And Acquisitions: Frequently Asked Questions
Do M&A roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. M&A analyst, associate, and VP roles consistently qualify because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates the specific duties listed in your I-129 petition, so your employer's job description should explicitly state the degree requirement rather than listing it as preferred.
Which employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for M&A positions?
Investment banks, Big Four accounting and advisory firms, boutique M&A advisory shops, and corporate development teams at large public companies all file H-1B petitions for M&A roles. You can identify which specific employers have active LCA filings for similar titles using the OFLC Wage Search or by browsing verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate.
Can I switch M&A employers on an H-1B without restarting the process?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules you can start working for a new M&A employer as soon as they file an I-129 petition on your behalf, provided your previous H-1B was approved and you haven't been out of status. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved, but the new employer must file before your current authorization lapses.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect M&A compensation structures?
Your employer's LCA must certify your salary meets DOL prevailing wage for the relevant M&A occupation and metro area. Performance bonuses, carried interest, and deal fees typically don't count toward satisfying the prevailing wage floor. If your base salary falls below the certified wage level, the LCA won't pass DOL review, regardless of total compensation expectations.
What happens to my H-1B status if a deal closes and my M&A role is eliminated?
If your employer terminates your position, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can find a new sponsoring employer and have them file an H-1B transfer. M&A roles at banks and advisory firms are sometimes affected by post-merger restructuring, so it's worth maintaining relationships with firms that have active LCA filing histories in case you need to move quickly.