Associate, Machinery & Equipment - Valuation Advisory

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Associates in Stout's Machinery & Equipment group support the valuation of machinery, equipment, and other tangible assets across a broad range of commercial and industrial environments. The role combines on-site inspections, asset and market research, data analysis, valuation modeling, and report preparation.

You will work closely with senior team members to develop foundational valuation skills while contributing to well-supported analyses for engagements involving personal property, complex property, and special income generating tangible assets.

• Perform comprehensive financial, industry and technical analyses to support valuation conclusions across a wide range of industries.
• Perform field inspections when required as part of a valuation project.
• Develop and document well-supported valuation analyses and reports for privately held and public corporations spanning numerous industries. Valuation analyses may be used for purposes including:
• Financial, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Allocation of purchase price
• Financing and capital restructuring
• Insurance reporting needs
• Long-lived asset impairment
• Property tax consulting
• Litigation support
• Various other purposes
• Participate in client or management meetings providing substantive input on valuation methodologies, assumptions and conclusions.
• Prepare comprehensive deliverables and supporting analysis including presentations, analysis packets, and written narrative reports that are submitted for review by our senior level professionals and delivery to our clients.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

• 2-5 years of relevant internship or professional experience
• 4-year degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or other quantitative discipline
• Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 required
• Ability to travel
• Foundational understanding of financial theory, economics, accounting principles, and financial statement analysis
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a general knowledge or interest in machinery and equipment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to build organized analyses and clearly document work papers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize findings clearly and professionally
• High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond effectively to feedback
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and accountability for work quality
• Professional presence and ability to build productive relationships with clients, colleagues and leadership
• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

• Build strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and leadership.
• Ask thoughtful questions, seek to understand the assets and businesses being analyzed, and apply feedback to improve your work.
• Take responsibility for assigned analyses and deliverables, communicate progress and…