Associate, Business Valuation Litigation - Valuation Advisory

Stout Risius Ross, LLC; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Job summary

Stout is seeking an Associate in Valuation Advisory to support business valuation and litigation projects across industries, including high-stakes disputes and matrimonial matters. You will work with senior staff to deliver rigorous, well-supported analyses for mediation, arbitration, or trial settings.

You will perform various valuation methodologies, assist in M&A-related analyses, and prepare comprehensive written reports.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in business valuation, litigation support, or forensic accounting.
• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of financial theory, economics, and accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform valuations using DCF, earnings capitalization, and market approaches.
• Assist in valuations for mergers, purchase price allocations, and stock options.
• Value closely held businesses and professional practices, including goodwill.
• Conduct income analysis, tracing, and marital property allocations in litigation.
• Prepare clear valuation reports and expert analyses for client use.
• Support client meetings, due diligence, mediation, and arbitration.

Skills

Financial analysis

Valuation methodologies

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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.

VALUATION ADVISORY | BUSINESS VALUATION & LITIGATION SUPPORT Associate, Business Valuation & Litigation Support Business Valuation & Litigation Support | Valuation Advisory

Stout’s Valuation Advisory professionals help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to complex financial and valuation matters.

As part of our Business Valuation and Litigation Support Group, you will contribute to high-impact engagements spanning disputes, transactions, and financial analysis across a wide range of industries — including family law and marital dissolution matters, where Stout operates one of the largest and most experienced practices in the country.

Impact You’ll Make

As an Associate, you will work closely with senior team members to support rigorous, well-supported analyses for engagements that may ultimately be used in mediation, arbitration, or trial settings. This role offers meaningful exposure to complex financial disputes, including commercial litigation and the nuanced, high-stakes world of marital dissolution involving closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and sophisticated financial structures.

What You’ll Do

• Perform business and entity valuations using accepted methodologies, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches (comparable companies and transactions).
• Support analyses related to merger and acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations, and stock option valuations — including valuations of carried interest, deferred compensation, and other complex financial instruments in the context of marital dissolution.
• Assist in the valuation of closely held businesses, partnerships, and professional practices, including analysis of personal versus enterprise goodwill.
• Conduct income analysis, financial tracing, and separate versus marital/community property tracing assignments in litigation contexts.
• Support forensic accounting work, including analysis of cash flow and lifestyle, identification of unreported income or hidden assets, and investigation of asset dissipation or fraudulent transfers.
• Assist in preparing clear, comprehensive written valuation reports and expert analyses for client presentations, settlement proceedings, and potential legal proceedings including depositions and trial.
• Participate in client interactions, including due diligence meetings, mediation, arbitration, and collaborative divorce processes.
• Perform company, industry, and economic research to support valuation conclusions.
• Collaborate with team members to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

What You Bring

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation support, forensic accounting, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of financial theory, economics, and accounting principles.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with experience in valuation methodologies preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and accountability for results.
• Professional presence and ability to build relationships with clients, counsel, and internal teams.
• Experience in litigation support involving financial disputes (e.g., business valuation, forensic accounting, economic damages, fraud analysis, family law) is preferred but not required.
• Professional certifications such as ABV, CVA, CPA, CFA, or CFE are preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis (preferred, not required).

How You’ll Thrive

Bring a positive, team-oriented mindset and contribute to a collaborative work environment. Build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, family law attorneys, and leadership. Approach problem-solving with creativity and intellectual curiosity. Take ownership of your work and deliver high-quality results with precision and care. Communicate clearly and effectively to support team and client objectives. Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and a genuine willingness to learn and grow. Adapt to a hybrid or remote work environment, depending on team and client needs. inclusive workplace where professionals can contribute, grow, and do their best work.

Why Stout?

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. Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success. https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $74,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.

At Stout, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of expertise, you'll find the challenges, collaboration, and support that fuel real growth. We invest in our people because we know that exceptional client service starts with how we take care of our own. We reward outstanding performance, encourage continuous learning, and foster a culture where different perspectives strengthen our work and our team. Additional Information Benefits Who We Are Firm Culture and History Stout is committed to providing an alternative way to express your interest in our job opportunities if a disability inhibits you from applying online.