Associate, Corporate Finance
Sedron Technologies · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
Finance$120k–$165k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Associate, Corporate Finance supports the Company’s growth through strategic financial execution, including assessing organic/inorganic growth opportunities, capital raising, and project financing. This role reports to the VP of Finance & Corporate Development to evaluate growth opportunities, navigate the capital markets, and manage transaction processes from initial diligence through close.
Responsibilities
- Assist in securing project and corporate-level financing, including debt, equity, and alternative capital structures
- Support sourcing, evaluation, and execution of acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic investments
- Build and maintain transaction models, including valuation, returns analysis, and capital structuring
- Support or lead financial diligence workstreams, depending on level; including data analysis, quality of earnings review support, and risk identification
- Prepare investment memos, deal summaries, and executive-level materials for leadership and board review
- Support structuring and negotiation of transactions, including coordination with legal, tax, and external advisors
- Develop lender and investor materials, including financial packages, projections, and presentations
- Career progression to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 3–6+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction-focused finance
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling (valuation, LBO, project finance, or similar)
- Experience building and analyzing complex transaction structures
- Familiarity with data rooms, diligence processes, and documentation practices
- Advanced PowerPoint and similar presentation software skills
- Strong understanding of capital markets, debt structures, and financing mechanisms
- Knowledge of project finance structures, including debt sizing, coverage ratios, and waterfall mechanics
- Familiarity with M&A transaction processes, including LOI through close
- Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High attention to detail with strong analytical rigor
- Confident communicator with ability to interact with external partners (banks, investors, advisors)
Benefits
- Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
- Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
- FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
- Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth
- Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing)
Pay
Compensation for this role is between $120,000 - $165,000 annually. This role may qualify for a discretionary bonus, recognizing outstanding contributions to team and company success.
Schedule
This role requires approximately 15% travel to support Sedron facilities.
Additional Information
- Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position
- We are unable to sponsor any employment visas
- We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws
- This is a non-safety sensitive role and all applicants will be subject to applicable pre-employment drug testing and a background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer