Enterprise Valuation Analyst II

Enterprise Valuation Analyst II

General Function:
Work closely and effectively with the Director of Enterprise Valuation performing independent business valuations to support credit and risk decisions, while remaining independent from origination and collaborating with deal teams.

• Prepare enterprise valuation reports documenting methodology, key assumptions, sensitivities, and valuation conclusions to support leveraged lending underwriting and portfolio monitoring.
• Calculate enterprise value using a discounted cash flow (DCF) model while assessing projected cash flows and the reasonableness of add‑backs.
• Run and interpret sensitivity analyses (WACC, terminal growth, leverage, margins) and scenario cases (management, base, downside) to support defensible valuation ranges.
• Use S&P Capital IQ to identify, screen, and compile guideline public companies and precedent transactions; calculate key multiples and support comparable selection.
• Utilize and critically evaluate the Bank’s advanced leveraged finance projection model in Excel.
• Effectively communicate with deal teams to manage transaction deadlines, obtain relevant comps, and review projection assumptions.
• Conduct industry research using S&P Capital IQ, IBIS World, Kroll, Deal Stats, and other reputable publicly available resources.
• Develop proficiency in third‑party financial platforms and maintain internal databases.
• Adhere to Enterprise Valuation policy and contribute to ongoing enhancements of templates, databases, and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• 2–5 years of credit analysis or valuation experience, preferably in Capital Markets, Leveraged Finance, or industry verticals.
• Strong work ethic, detail orientation, positive attitude, and passion for excellence.
• Self‑starter with the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy.
• Resourceful with strong critical‑thinking skills.
• Capable of finding answers that are not immediately given.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present conclusions effectively.
• Highly effective written communication skills; ability to create clear, well‑structured valuation deliverables.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working within financial models (advanced modeling proficiency a plus).
• Understanding of valuation concepts such as market comps, free cash flow, EBITDA, present value, and WACC.

• Mentor and review work of less experienced analysts on the team.

Normal office environment with extended time at desk/viewing computer screen. Travel is not required.

Enterprise Valuation Analyst II Total Base Pay Range: $61,200.00 – $ USD per year. Eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and company performance.

Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503

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