About 119th Street Capital: 119th Street Capital is the private investment arm of First Bancshares, Inc., a 5th generation family-owned financial holding company defined by its distinct focus on organizational culture and long-term impact. The holding company is anchored by Centier Bank, with 125+ years of history, 60+ retail locations, $9+ billion in assets, and 1,000+ associates. First Bancshares seeks to diversify through strategic investments in financial services firms that share our belief in the importance of a firm's culture and long-term impact. As a member of the 119th Street Capital team, you will have the opportunity to work on investment initiatives focused on strategically growing First Bancshares and generating investment return.
Job Summary: In collaboration with senior team members, identify, diligence, execute on, and monitor strategic financial services investments on behalf of 119th Street Capital.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Financial Analysis: Perform detailed financial modeling, valuation analysis, and industry research to support investment decisions. Create and maintain financial models, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions.
- Due Diligence: Assist in the due diligence process for potential investments, including reviewing financial statements, assessing business models, and identifying key risks and opportunities.
- Market Research: Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends, competitive landscapes, and potential investment opportunities.
- Investment Proposals: Prepare and present investment proposals and recommendations to senior team members and investment committees.
- Portfolio Management: Support the monitoring and evaluation of portfolio companies, including tracking financial performance, operational metrics, and strategic initiatives.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed investment memoranda, presentations, and other documentation required for investment reviews and decision-making.
- Collaboration: Work closely with senior team members, investment professionals, and portfolio company management to execute transactions and manage investments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong ability to analyze and interpret complex data.
- Proficiency in identifying key financial and operational metrics.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint for creating presentations and reports.
- Ability to conduct comprehensive market research and gather relevant data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting findings and recommendations.
- Ability to create clear, concise, and persuasive investment proposals and reports.
- High level of accuracy in financial analysis, reporting, and documentation.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong sense of integrity and understanding of ethical considerations in private equity transactions.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in finance or related major from an accredited university.
- A minimum of two years of full-time work experience in a field such as investment banking, private equity, private credit, or corporate development.
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