EY-Parthenon - Corporate Finance - Business Valuation - Senior Associate - Seattle

EY-Parthenon – Corporate Finance – Business Valuation – Senior Associate – Seattle

Location:

Seattle

Requisition

EY-Parthenon’s unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real‑world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI‑powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

As a Senior Associate with EY-Parthenon’s Corporate Finance Business Valuation practice, you’ll spend your day‑to‑day working on commercial issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities, with a focus on Intangible Assets.

• Commercial – advise businesses on valuation issues with regards to acquisition or divestitures and provide fairness opinions on transactions and restructurings.
• Regulatory and Accounting – work with management as part of an acquisition process to understand how the value of acquired intangible and financial assets will impact accounting requirements.
• Taxation – regularly undertake valuations for fiscal purposes in the US market and advise clients on all aspects of US tax valuation issues.
• Intangible Assets – specialize in the valuation of intangibles such as trademarks, brand names, customer relationships, licenses, patents, technology and know‑how.

• A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting or business and at least 2 years of related business valuation work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
• Previous business valuation experience.
• Financial modeling skills including experience building models from scratch.
• Demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects.
• Must reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary; travel may also be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

• Previous valuation experience in professional services/Big 4 Firm.
• Financial modeling experience.
• Progress toward a CFA.
• ASA/AM designations are a plus with the expectation of one completed designation within a given timeframe.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm‑approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.

• Competitive base salary ranging from $95,200 to $157,100 in the US, with adjusted ranges for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento). Compensation is based on performance and recognized for the value you bring. The total rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Hybrid work model: most people in client‑serving roles work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Flexible vacation policy: you decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances, with additional time off for EY Paid Holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care, and other leaves of absence as needed.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

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