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40 Million Owners is the only M&A advisory firm built exclusively for ESOP companies pursuing growth through acquisitions. We believe employee ownership is not a succession strategy. It is a growth strategy. We help established ESOPs identify targets, execute deals, and integrate acquisitions in ways that compound share value for employee-owners. We are a small, high-output team. Everyone here is close to the work.

We don’t just advise companies—we help shape a more inclusive and resilient economy through every deal we touch. If you’re energized to work alongside operators and owners building enduring companies, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Opportunities

Job Title:               Employee Ownership M&A Analyst
Department:        Buyside M&A
Location:               Nashville, TN or Remote

The Employee Ownership M&A Analyst will support all phases of the acquisition process—from sourcing and direct outreach to potential targets, to analyzing CIMs, supporting valuation and financial modeling, coordinating due diligence, and contributing to integration planning. You will work closely with senior leadership, develop client-ready materials, and apply corporate finance, accounting, and ESOP structuring knowledge in live transactions. This role offers hands-on experience in real-time dealmaking, ownership transition strategies, and every phase of the acquisition process, with strong opportunities for learning, growth, and contribution to a mission-driven firm.

This position is based in our office in Nashville, TN or can be based remotely. While we value in-person collaboration, we believe high performers can thrive in flexible settings, and we welcome applicants who bring discipline, accountability, and strong communication skills to remote work. This position is full-time and salaried exempt. It is not eligible for overtime pay under applicable federal and state wage and hour laws.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following essential functions. Other related duties may be assigned as business needs evolve, consistent with applicable law.

• Sourcing & Outreach: Identify and engage acquisition targets for our buy-side clients through cold outreach, strategic research, and relationship-building.
• Financial Analysis: Apply corporate finance and valuation concepts to active transactions. Build working knowledge of ESOP structuring, deal structure, and the mechanics of ownership transfer.
• Client Communication: Prepare and present materials for client-facing meetings. Communicate clearly with founders, operators, and advisors throughout the deal process.
• Valuation & Analysis: Conduct valuation analyses using methods such as DCF, market comps, and asset-based approaches.
• Presentation Materials: Develop client-ready materials that communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Transaction Execution: Support the full lifecycle of M&A deals, from sourcing to closing, under the guidance of experienced advisors.
• Integration Support: Contribute to post-close integration planning, including readiness assessments, workstream coordination, and progress tracking.
• Time Management: Juggle multiple high-priority projects while maintaining precision and meeting deadlines.
• Constructive Feedback: Offer thoughtful input to improve internal operations and client strategies. We value candor and creativity.
• Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with colleagues across the firm and contribute to a high-integrity, mission-aligned culture.
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality of client and Company information and comply with all applicable privacy, confidentiality, and information-security policies.

We offer a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where intellectual rigor, curiosity, and a commitment to shared prosperity are at the core of how we work. At 40 Million Owners, we view professional development as a reciprocal process. You will be expected to apply critical thinking, address challenges in real time, and engage thoughtfully with founders, operators, and executives navigating complex ownership transitions. As you deepen your understanding of our work, you will be encouraged to question assumptions, enhance internal processes, and contribute to the continued advancement of our firm as a next-generation advisory platform.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of relevant experience, including 1-2 years of deal experience
• Ability to support a deal process from initial screening of the opportunity to close of a transaction
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Familiarity with valuation, accounting, and financial modeling concepts
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Genuine curiosity and a deep desire to understand business models and deal dynamics
• Familiarity with AI tools for sourcing, research, and market mapping, and a disposition to use them before being asked.
• High attention to detail, self-direction, and comfort with ambiguity
• Commitment to values of equity, ownership, and economic resilience

Required Education and/or Licenses

Education: An undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field, with an outstanding record of academic achievement.

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, the Company is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position.

Certificates, Licenses, Etc.

N/A

Compensation

Target base salary is $80,000 to $100,000, depending on candidate’s experience. This range represents the Company’s good-faith estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. Compensation for this role includes base salary, an annual performance-based bonus opportunity, and eligibility for the Company’s standard retirement and healthcare benefits. As an ESOP company, full-time employees are also eligible to participate in the employee stock ownership plan, subject to applicable plan terms and vesting requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

40 Million Owners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@40millionowners.com.

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