Investment Analyst

🎯 What We Do:

One of the most inspiring things about the internet is how easy it is for ANYONE to start a business – especially in e-commerce. Unfortunately, when these founders realize it’s time to move on (maybe it’s a new idea or career, or time to start a family…) their only option is to wind it down with nothing to show for it. OpenStore promises these small business owners that we’ll (1) automatically give them an objective, data-driven valuation and (2) buy their business for that price and finalize the sale within 2 weeks. That’s not only the freedom to pursue what’s next — with six to seven figures in their hands — but also the ability to see their baby blossom into a household name under OpenStore’s stewardship. We’re a series B startup with $105m in funding from top VC firms like General Catalyst, Khosla Ventures, and Founders Fund. We’re actually founded by Founders Fund’s General Partner – Keith Rabois – who was also the COO at LinkedIn / exec at Square. Our whole team is only 40 people, but super impressive across the board with the subject matter expertise to succeed.

💼 Job Description:

We are seeking an Investment Analyst to support our acquisition efforts.

As a part of the Acquisition team set out to reimagine M&A, you will be a critical part of our company’s growth. You will be evaluating companies and making investment decisions that directly impact the health of our portfolio of e-commerce brands. We will invest in your development and do everything we can to make sure this is one of your best professional experiences. Are you ready to join a rocketship? 🚀

🤝 Reports To:

Cindy Hao, Acquisition Lead

💥 What We Need Your Help With:

• You’ll price companies. You’ll develop, refine, operationalize, and execute the pricing engine and strategy. You’ll think outside of the box to reinvent how companies are priced, combining both finance and big data.
• You’ll vet companies. You’ll evaluate a deal holistically and learn how to structure a M&A transaction. You’ll interface with sellers directly, guide them through the sale of their businesses, and when necessary, negotiate on OpenStore’s behalf.
• You’ll build automation tools. You’ll develop tools and frameworks that allow us to more accurately and efficiently price companies. You’ll build visualizations and leverage data to help surface and spot anomalies. You’ll correlate financial due diligence findings with prices.
• You’ll shape the acquisition strategy. You’ll evolve the acquisition strategy by feeding learnings and improvements into the playbook. You’ll refine, test, and iterate with the goal of developing robust, yet agile policies and processes.
• You’ll contribute to many areas. You’ll collaborate across many teams including Data Science, Product, Engineering, Finance, and Operations.
• You’ll grow and improve. You’ll be working with top-notch people who love to teach and learn. You’ll find yourself both teaching and learning, giving feedback and leading. Challenge your team as they challenge you. We all improve ourselves on a daily basis.
• You’ll be an owner. You’ll work together with smart and team-first people with the responsibility and freedom to execute. We’ll give you the space to execute and support to excel.

🔍 What We Look For:

• 0-5 years relevant experience in finance, accounting, or consulting
• Top-notch attention to detail
• Ability to manage complex processes from start to finish
• Prior SQL / Python experience a plus
• A Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or computer science preferred but not required

🦄 Some Perks and Benefits We Offer:

OpenStore is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer where we welcome and celebrate differences. We are committed to providing a workspace that is safe and inclusive, where everyone feels supported, connected, and inspired to do their best work. Employment is conditioned upon proof of full vaccination from the COVID-19 virus, including submission of documented proof thereof, as of the start date. OpenStore will comply with the applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals who are not vaccinated because of disability and/or sincerely held religious beliefs.