Valuation Services - Associate Director

at Conway MacKenzie & Dunleavy Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

When you join the Valuation Services group within our Financial Advisory (FA) segment, you will be part of a team working hand-in-hand with our clients to develop complex financial models to determine the fair value of various business interests and assets. Our group partners with clients to navigate strategic business initiatives and financial reporting matters associated with transformative business growth or events - such as a carve-out, IPO, merger and acquisitions. At its core, the work we do in FA is driven by change, which means the projects are dynamic in nature and the impact of your work will be highly visible.

As an Associate Director, you will lead the delivery of client engagements, serving as the day-to-day point of contact for the client, guiding a team of junior consultants through the project lifecycle, and ensuring high quality projects are consistently executed on time and on budget. While developing your project and people management skills, you will further augment your advisory toolkit by digging deep into client problems in real-time and delivering ongoing thought partnership. We expect Associate Directors to own workstreams and projects, interface directly with senior client executives, and develop tailored deliverables. With business leaders to guide you along the way - including a dedicated performance advisor - you will contribute to developing the practice as we continue to invest in accelerating your growth.
 Who You Are:
Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Accounting, or related field of study
Minimum 7 years of experience in valuation analyses for financial reporting purposes as well as tax purposes
Have or obtaining a CFA, ASA, or CEIV credential
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
Experience with valuation concepts and approaches (income, market and cost) utilized to value: Business enterprise/equity valuations, intangible assets, contingent consideration, and complex securities and debt instruments
You have a passion for developing and maintaining client relationships
You get the job done and have fun doing it
You thrive in an ever-changing, dynamic work environment
You readily identify problems and instinctively look for solutions
You demonstrate analytical rigor and strong written and verbal communication skills
You enjoy participating in internal and external company initiatives such as community service, training, recruiting, and firm eventsWhat You'll Do:
Review and assist with projects which will include valuations for the following: business enterprise/equity valuations, intellectual property/intangible assets, impairment testing - goodwill and long-lived assets, contingent consideration, and stock options, complex securities, and debt instruments
Directly engage with client management and their advisors to gain an understanding of their operations, processes, and strategic objectives
Review analyses for financial reporting, tax, and general consulting purposes
Develop financial models and analyze data in complex spreadsheets
Review prepared narrative business valuation reports to be shared with the client as a deliverable
Manage, develop, and train staff on projects and assess performance across engagements
Work closely with Riveron managers and directors to effectively manage project deliverables and timelines while monitoring the defined project budget
The expected pay range for this position is $120,000 - $ 210,000 (exclusive of bonus, equity, or benefits for which this role may be eligible). This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making individual compensation decisions including but not limited to experience and training; skill sets; licensure and certifications; location and other business and organizational needs; and applicable laws.
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About Riveron:
At Riveron, you'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver meaningful solutions to a variety of clients, work alongside experienced leaders who are invested in your growth, and be part of an inclusive and vibrant community of individuals who truly love what they do and who they do it with. Our entrepreneurial culture is rooted in a belief that every perspective is uniquely valuable, and that spirit has enabled our significant growth. Along with that growth comes opportunity - for more impactful work, enhanced flexibility, and progressive benefits that support healthy, prosperous lives in and out of work.

Riveron is a people-first business advisory firm that operates at the center of the latest business trends. We partner with our clients - ranging from large global... For full info follow application link.

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