Associate – Business Valuations and Litigation Support

Daum Terpkosh Valuations; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to various industries

Flexibility and autonomy

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A boutique business valuation firm in Vancouver is seeking a motivated Associate to work with partners on high-impact assignments. This role involves preparing business valuation reports, supporting economic damage quantification, and conducting forensic accounting tasks. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in public practice or related field.
• Solid understanding of financial statements and valuation concepts.
• Proficiency with relevant databases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing formal business valuation reports.
• Support quantification of economic damages in litigation.
• Conduct forensic accounting assignments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Completion of CPA designation

Actively pursuing or completion of CBV, CFA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Daum Terpkosh Valuations is a boutique business valuation and litigation support firm providing expert advice to clients involved in matrimonial disputes, commercial litigation and corporate reorganizations. We work closely with legal counsel and business owners to deliver independent, well-reasoned, and defensible valuation opinions. We are a growing firm committed to excellence, technical rigor, and client service.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with partners on a variety of challenging and high-impact assignments across a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of formal business valuation reports for tax reorganizations, shareholder disputes, family law matters, and other legal or transactional purposes.
• Support the quantification of economic damages in the context of commercial litigation.
• Conduct forensic accounting assignments related to shareholder disputes, fraud allegations, and misappropriation allegations.
• Perform industry, economic, and market research to support valuation conclusions and litigation analyses.
• Draft clear, professional, and well-supported reports for clients, counsel, and the courts.
• Work closely with the partners on project execution and client management in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in public practice or a related professional services field. Experience in business valuation, litigation support, or forensic accounting is preferred but not essential.
• Completion of CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Actively pursuing or completion of a CBV, CFA, or similar professional designation is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and valuation concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and professional judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with databases such as Economic Research Institute’s Salary Assessors or Business Valuation Resources’ DealStats is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with experienced CBVs in a collegial and supportive environment.
• Exposure to a wide variety of interesting files across industries and legal contexts.
• Flexibility and autonomy in your work, with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is $65,000 to $110,000+ per year, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and professional designations. In addition to base salary, the successful candidate may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and other firm benefits.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application. We are not able to sponsor work permits or visas for this role.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé to [e-mail], referencing "Associate – Business Valuation & Litigation Support" in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Daum Terpkosh Valuations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities.