American Operator ยท 13 hours ago
Analyst, Investments
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAmerican Operator is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Investment Analyst to support their investment team across the acquisition lifecycle. The role involves evaluating new investment opportunities, conducting diligence, building financial models, and supporting post-investment planning.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Support the evaluation of new investment opportunities by reviewing CIMs, broker materials, financial statements, and internal screening memos
Perform detailed financial analysis, including reviewing tax returns, P&Ls, balance sheets, cash flow statements, addbacks, and EBITDA trends
Build and maintain financial models to support deal evaluation, including valuation analyses, purchase price scenarios, and pro-forma projections
Assist with due diligence efforts post-LOI, including data analysis, business quality assessment, and preparation of internal investment memos
Help prepare materials for investment committee discussions, internal reviews, and investor updates
Participate in operational planning efforts, including supporting Year 1 budgets and post-close initiatives alongside operators and senior team members
Maintain deal tracking tools, data rooms, and internal documentation to ensure timely execution across active opportunities
Qualification
Required
1+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, consulting, corporate finance, accounting, or a highly analytical role (internship experience welcomed)
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a solid understanding of financial statements
Proficiency in Excel and comfort building and working with financial models
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing presentations and executive-level memos
Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn the deal process end-to-end
Preferred
Exposure to M&A, private equity, search funds, or transaction-oriented environments
Familiarity with valuation concepts, LBOs, or pro-forma financial modeling
Experience working with small or lower-middle-market businesses
Interest in entrepreneurship, operators, and long-term business ownership
Company
American Operator
American Operator (formerly Mainshares) is reviving the American Dream by transitioning great small businesses to the next generation of local ownership.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase