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The Investment Analyst supports the Corporate Development & Market Intelligence function by providing dedicated analytical, financial, and research support for acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic growth initiatives. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Development, this role ensures transactional readiness, robust financial modeling, and actionable market insight that directly enables executive decision-making.

This position plays a critical role in origination, evaluation, and execution of investment opportunities —from pipeline development and competitive analysis to detailed valuation and due diligence. By assuming key analytical and coordination responsibilities, the Investment Analyst allows senior leadership to focus on strategic engagement, stakeholder alignment, and long-term growth priorities.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to pass a background check.

Experience with M&A transactions, market research, and tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and financial databases (e.g., CapIQ, PitchBook, Bloomberg) is highly desirable but not required.

Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills are essential.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Participates in all stages of deal execution including contributions to negotiations, working with target company representatives, deal structures, due diligence and integration planning in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Strives to improve the overall performance of the investment portfolio by identifying high-potential acquisition targets, effectively assessing risks, and optimizing investment strategies to maximize returns.

Creates reporting and presentations for Board of Directors, Investment / M&A committee and Executive Leadership.

Creates and maintains comprehensive financial models and projections to evaluate potential investment opportunities, ensuring these models accurately reflect market conditions, economic variables, and strategic goals.

Conducts valuations using various methodologies and scenarios.

Continuously performs comprehensive research and analysis of market trends, industry developments, potential opportunities for growth and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making and identify emerging opportunities or threats.

Creates reports and presentations for senior management to support pipeline development, investment insight and strategic priorities.

Provides actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership through detailed reports, presentations, and investment memos, facilitating informed executive and Board-level decisions on acquisitions and portfolio management.

Builds and nurtures strong relationships with internal teams, external advisors, and industry contacts to enhance collaboration, streamline due diligence processes, and support comprehensive evaluations of potential investments.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is required. One to three (1-3) years of proven experience in corporate development, investment banking, consulting, and / or financial analysis is required. Experience in federal government contracting companies is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and / or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE including Disability / Vet

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning / Fertility Assistance
• STD / LTD / Basic Life / AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).