Associate
xerxesglobal· Finance
About this role
Blue Ops is looking to add an Associate to our growing M&A team in Chicago.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly on private equity transactions and M&A engagements, supporting financial diligence, transaction analysis, and deal execution for private equity firms and their portfolio companies.
The Associate will play a key role in financial analysis, modeling, and diligence workstreams, working closely with experienced team members to support transaction insights and client deliverables.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements, including Quality of Earnings (QoE), EBITDA, and working capital analysis
- Build and maintain financial models and Excel-based analyses
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify transaction risks, trends, and value drivers
- Assist with data collection, organization, and financial profiling for diligence engagements
- Support preparation of client presentations and diligence reports
- Help manage engagement timelines and deliverables across deal teams
- Collaborate with internal team members and clients to support deal execution and transaction analysis
What We're Looking for:
- 1.5–4 years of experience in transaction advisory, financial diligence, consulting, investment banking, audit, or corporate finance
- Background from Big 4 or mid-tier accounting firms, consulting firms, or strong corporate finance programs preferred
- Strong financial statement analysis and financial modeling skills
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Ability to analyze financial and operational data and communicate insights clearly
- Strong interest in M&A, private equity, and transaction advisory
Nice to have:
- Exposure to analytics tools or financial reporting technologies such as Power BI, Alteryx, or SQL
- CPA, CFA, or CMA (or progress toward certification)
Why Blue Ops?
- Direct exposure to private equity transactions
- Hands-on experience across the full M&A lifecycle
- Opportunity to work with PE firms and portfolio company leadership
- Fast-paced consulting environment with strong career development opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Associate position at xerxesglobal located?
This Associate role at xerxesglobal is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Hybrid. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Associate role at xerxesglobal full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Associate role in the Finance department at xerxesglobal.
Which team or department does the Associate at xerxesglobal belong to?
This Associate position is part of the Finance department at xerxesglobal. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Associate job at xerxesglobal posted?
This Associate position at xerxesglobal was posted on Mar 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Associate
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