McKesson

Director, M&A Finance

McKesson • $156K — $260K *
Alpharetta, GA 30022In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Relevant degree required; typically 10+ years of professional experience including 5+ years specifically in valuation, M&A, or transaction advisory.
  • Strong financial reporting knowledge encompassing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Exceptional financial modeling skills in various valuation methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while collaborating across functional areas.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills targeted towards senior leadership.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Capital IQ preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead valuation analyses for M&A opportunities and capital deployment.
  • Create and maintain operating models to evaluate business performance and strategic alternatives.
  • Manage M&A due diligence processes, coordinating with Corporate Finance and cross-functional teams.
  • Analyze transaction documents to assess financial risks and implications for McKesson.
  • Communicate operating and valuation drivers to senior leadership, emphasizing their impact on the company.
  • Prepare financial schedules for M&A presentations to Senior Leadership and the Board.
  • Support the review of capital deployment analyses for senior leadership presentations.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangement with remote options and occasional travel required.
  • Competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits as part of McKesson's Total Rewards program.
Full Job Description
McKesson’s Strategic Finance team is seeking a Director of M&A Finance to play a critical role in shaping the company’s long-term growth and capital deployment strategy. This is a high-visibility individual contributor opportunity for a seasoned finance leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, valuation, and executive decision-making.
In this role, the Director will serve as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership, providing rigorous analysis and clear insights that directly influence McKesson’s mergers, acquisitions, and capital allocation decisions. From leading enterprise-level valuation work to guiding due diligence and preparing Board-level materials, this role will have a tangible impact on the future of a Fortune 10 organization.
The Director of M&A Finance will support the company’s efforts to drive financial and strategic decisions at McKesson, including financial evaluation of M&A opportunities, capital deployment, and competitive analysis of the industry.


Position Description:
  • Lead the creation of valuation analyses for M&A opportunities and capital deployment decisions, using discounted cash flow models and other relevant valuation methodologies.
  • Create and maintain driver-based operating models to assess business performance, strategic alternatives, and transaction assumptions.
  • Actively manage the M&A due diligence process by coordinating with Corporate Finance functions and cross-functional partners to identify key financial risks and opportunities related to a transaction.
  • Develop a strong understanding of transaction documents, including the impact of negotiations on potential financial risk to the business, and articulate those implications internally.
  • Communicate key operating and valuation drivers to senior leadership, highlighting the overall impact on McKesson and the enterprise investment thesis.
  • Own the preparation of financial schedules and supporting analysis included in M&A presentations to Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors.
  • Review valuation analyses for capital deployment developed by the business and assist in the preparation of capital presentations for Senior Leadership and the Board.
  • Develop relationships with relevant internal stakeholders across the enterprise, including business units, Corporate Development, Corporate Strategy and Business Development, and other corporate functions.
  • Perform other ad hoc financial, strategic, and transaction-related analyses as needed.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Relevant degree; typically requires 10 years of professional experience, including 5+ years of valuation, M&A, or transaction advisory experience.


Critical Skills
  • Capability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously with minimal direction, interact with business units throughout the organization, and present deal results and status effectively to senior leadership.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work successfully with key stakeholders across functional areas; must be a problem solver, persistent, and goal-oriented.
  • Financial reporting knowledge, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, net working capital, and capital expenditures.
  • Ability to apply financial and strategic analysis to companies, including publicly traded competitors and other companies of strategic interest.
  • Exceptional financial modeling skills, including weighted average cost of capital calculation, discounted cash flow modeling, market multiple analysis, leveraged buyout analysis, and other valuation-related methodologies.
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise messages to senior leadership.
  • Strong written communication skills, including the ability to concisely summarize key trends and analyses for management and other key stakeholders.
  • Excellent PC skills with a solid working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience using Capital IQ preferred.

This position can be remote with occasional travel to a McKesson hub expected.

Salary range will vary by location, targeting mid range. The posted range is for Dallas, TX.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please 

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$156,300 - $260,500

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.


McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: .

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
NASDAQ
MCK
* Ladders Estimates

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