Associate, Valuation Consulting

Equity Methods; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Equity Methods is seeking a Valuation Services Associate based in Scottsdale, Arizona. This role demands analytical skills and a strong background in finance, economics, or accounting to enhance client success.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 0–4 years of experience in financial modeling. Responsibilities include leading consulting engagements, designing processes, and participating in client meetings.

Equity Methods provides services to Fortune 100 firms and pre-IPO organizations, emphasizing critical corporate accounting needs.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years experience in data analysis or financial modeling.
• Expertise in quantitative finance subjects.
• Strong internal and external communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete new-hire training on internal processes and client engagement.
• Lead valuation consulting engagements using financial modeling.
• Design and document processes to meet client circumstances and regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in accounting, finance, economics, or quantitative fields

Tools

SAS or another programming language

Job description

Valuation Services Associate

Open positions: typical hiring occurs for January and June start dates; we also consider exceptional candidates at any time.

About the Successful Candidate

You are analytical, low on politics, and high on impact. You enjoy problem‑solving, have a strong background in finance, economics, or accounting, and aim for a role where your efforts directly impact client success. You learn quickly, build models, and communicate complex technical issues clearly.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in accounting, finance, economics, or other quantitative fields. Please list your GPA.
• 0–4 years experience in data analysis or financial modeling. More senior candidates may be considered for other roles.
• Expertise in quantitative finance subjects such as derivatives valuation or theoretical accounting work.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drafting processes, reviewing technical materials, and performing analyses.
• Ability to think critically and solve “out‑of‑the‑box” problems independently.
• Creativity in engineering processes for controls and efficiency.
• Strong internal and external communication and time‑management skills.
• Desirable: Exposure to SAS or another programming language for high‑volume data handling.

Role Responsibilities

• Complete the new‑hire training program covering internal processes, algorithms, programming tools, industry context, and client engagement structures.
• Support and lead valuation consulting engagements, demonstrating financial modeling, critical data analysis, and quantitative finance skills.
• Design, implement, and document processes and rationale underlying engagements, ensuring solutions meet client circumstances and comply with regulations and accounting standards.
• Participate in client delivery meetings and external audit review sessions.
• Support practice initiatives related to risk management, practice development, and research.

About Equity Methods

Equity Methods serves a diverse clientele including Fortune 100 firms and early‑stage pre‑IPO organizations, providing services that address critical priorities in corporate accounting and human resources.