Manager of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) to play a key role in advancing our continued growth through acquisition and partnership. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced M&A professional who wants meaningful involvement across the full transaction lifecycle and the opportunity to directly contribute to strategic growth.

This is a full-time, onsite opportunity based in Dallas, TX, with periodic travel as needed to support business and transaction activities.

About the Role

The Manager of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) will work closely with the Director of M&A and cross-functional leadership to evaluate and execute acquisition opportunities. This role will contribute across the M&A lifecycle, including pipeline development, financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, transaction execution, and post-closing integration.

You'll have the opportunity to work directly with business owners, brokers, advisors, lenders, and internal leadership while helping identify and execute transactions that support Milestone's long-term growth strategy.

What You'll Do

• Research and evaluate prospective acquisition opportunities and maintain an active transaction pipeline
• Build financial models, perform valuation and scenario analysis, and assess key business drivers, risks, and potential returns
• Support transaction strategy, including initial offers, negotiations, and letters of intent
• Coordinate due diligence across Finance, Operations, HR, IT, and other internal teams
• Review financial and operational information and identify risks, discrepancies, and opportunities
• Partner with external advisors on Quality of Earnings analysis and transaction-related activities
• Prepare deal summaries, financial analyses, and presentations for executive leadership and Board review
• Maintain transaction timelines, diligence materials, data rooms, and other deal documentation
• Support negotiations, closing activities, and post-closing integration to help ensure successful value realization

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, business administration, finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of progressive experience in M&A, investment banking, corporate development, private equity, transaction advisory, corporate finance, or a related field strongly preferred
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills
• Ability to analyze financial statements and evaluate business performance
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and project management skills
• Strong business judgment and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with executives, business owners, advisors, and cross-functional teams

Benefits & Perks

Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, a retirement savings plan (401k), access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), professional development opportunities, and more.

If you're an experienced M&A professional who enjoys analyzing opportunities, solving complex problems, and helping drive strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you.