Analyst, Business Valuation - Valuation Advisory

Join Stout's Valuation Advisory Team

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values:
Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Stout's Valuation Advisory professionals help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to the most complex valuation matters. As one of the largest independent valuation practices in the country, we provide specialized experience across a broad spectrum of industries, asset classes and geographies.

This role will work on a variety of assignments, including the valuation of private debt and equity portfolios, complex securities and various strategic initiatives supporting Stout's expansion objectives. This professional will manage a team of professionals responsible for production of valuation analysis and servicing client relationships.

Core Valuation Skills Needed: ASC 805 Purchase Price Allocation; ASC 350/360 Goodwill Impairment; IRC 409a stock-based compensation; and ASC 718 expense.

• Performing corporate and asset valuations including analysis of discounted cash flows, capitalization of earnings, comparable companies, merger and acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations, goodwill impairment testing, and stock option analysis
• Preparing written valuation reports for client presentation
• Developing client rapport and participating in due diligence meetings and other client interactions
• Provide valuation services for management planning Conducting and overseeing company, industry, and economic research
• Analyzing general economic conditions and industry specific conditions and trends
• Deliver comprehensive valuation services to address financial, tax, and regulatory needs for individual companies

Minimum 2 years of experience in business valuation. The preferred candidate will have prior experience in purchase price allocations, impairment testing and other financial reporting related assignments, estate and gift tax valuation, transaction opinions, and corporate tax valuations

A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, financial engineering, mathematics, or another quantitative field is required

Strong knowledge of key financial models and valuation methodologies

Progress towards or completion of professional designations such as CFA, ASA, or CPA are preferred

Intermediate/advanced understanding of economics, financial theory and/or principles of accounting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Knowledge of Python and/or Tableau / Power Bi is a plus.

Relationship-focused with clients, peers, management, etc.

Excels in a team-oriented work environment with a positive and enthusiastic attitude

Shows creativity in problem solving

Professional presence and detail-oriented

Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset

Cultivate a positive, team-oriented approach that fosters collaboration and shared success.

Demonstrate accountability and reliability by consistently delivering high-quality results and meeting expectations

Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work

Build meaningful relationships and leverage strong interpersonal skills to create trust and drive outcomes

Communicate effectively and respond promptly, ensuring clarity and alignment with stakeholders

Bring intellectual curiosity and a keen attention to detail to problem-solving and decision-making

Apply advanced analytical and quantitative skills to uncover insights and drive data-informed strategies

Leverage a deep understanding of the sell-side execution process to navigate complex transactions and achieve optimal results

At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life. We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve. We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.