Blue Ops is a leading M&A consulting firm specializing in value creation, due diligence, and analytics. With a team of 70+ professionals across four offices, we support 120+ deals annually, partnering with a select group of investment banks, premier middle-market private equity firms, and their portfolio companies.

THE ROLE

We are looking to strengthen our M&A team in Minneapolis with an Associate.

This is a unique and dynamic opportunity in a multi-faceted, growing business. The Associate will be responsible for providing transaction-focused financial analysis, modeling, and diligence support across M&A client engagements. This position will also serve as a consultant and liaison to clients on deal-related system, data, and reporting initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead data collection, organization, and financial profiling for M&A and diligence engagements
Manage Analyst resources on execution teams
Support buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence, including QoE, EBITDA, and working capital analysis
Lead work product timeline execution (monitoring, tracking, delivery)
Support the implementation of deal-related financial and reporting processes with clients
Analyze operational and financial data to provide insights into transaction risks and value drivers
Lead preparation and delivery of client presentations regarding diligence findings, performance, and recommendations
Assist on transaction models, internal acquisitions, and deal execution support

WHAT IT TAKES

Blue Ops is a scaling company in the consulting and tech space. We’re an elite group of problem-solvers, strategic thinkers, and trusted partners who thrive in the fast-moving M&A and Private Equity environment. We care deeply about results and teamwork, and we are eager to get our hands dirty.

Important competencies include:

Ability to communicate across internal teams and external stakeholders, including C-suite executives and PE sponsors
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use data and financial analysis to drive client value
Capable of multi-tasking across multiple deal workstreams
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous transaction environments
Communicates effectively with colleagues 2–3 levels up/down and across disciplines
Contributes to a collaborative, high-performing team culture
Strong client-first mindset

WHAT YOUR RESUME SHOWS

While we value skills and experience, we care just as much about a strong can-do attitude, resilience, and a passion for learning and building.

Successful candidates typically bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
2–3 years of experience in transaction advisory, financial diligence, investment banking, audit, or corporate finance
CPA, CFA, or CMA preferred
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools (e.g., Power Platform, Alteryx)
Strong financial statement analysis, modeling, and diligence fundamentals

THE PACKAGE

In addition to a competitive base salary and bonus target, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package.