Associate - Valuations

Thinkbrg; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BRG Transaction and Valuation Opinions seeks an Associate to support valuation engagements for hedge funds, private equity, and corporations. You will analyze financial data, build robust valuation models, and leverage Capital IQ and Bloomberg to benchmark investments.

Collaboration with senior consultants will develop leadership and business development skills. You will participate in client meetings, produce clear reports, and contribute to the firm’s emphasis on rigorous analysis and timely

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• One to two years’ valuation experience preferred.
• Progress toward ASA or CFA designation will be looked upon favorably.
• Must be able to submit verification of legal right to work in the U.S., without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical and projected financial information.
• Develop detailed financial models to value companies and investments.
• Aggregate and organize large data sets in Microsoft Excel.
• Leverage Capital IQ and Bloomberg for data access and benchmarking.
• Research competitive advantages and industry dynamics for client engagements.
• Communicate project status and results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate in a team environment and contribute to practice development.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

ASA/CFA progression encouraged

Tools

Capital IQ

Bloomberg

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## Associate - ValuationsApply: Boston, MA: Full time: Posted 24 Days Ago: JR100101## **We Do Consulting Differently** BRG Transaction and Valuation Opinions provides valuation services in support of i) transaction opinions (fairness and solvency opinions), ii) portfolio valuation iii) tax and financial reporting, iv) litigation and v) special situations. Our clients are leading hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital funds, limited partners, lenders, corporations, boards of directors, independent directors and attorneys.We look for candidates with strong financial modeling skills, valuation-related technical competencies, the ability to team with a variety of industry specialists, and an interest in growing one’s own leadership and business development capabilities. The individual will work with senior management consulting professionals on a broad range of valuation engagements.BRG offers all of its professionals on-the-job training and external training opportunities, benefits, and a unique career path within a management consulting firm focused on alternative investments.ResponsibilitiesTechnical:* Analyze historical and projected financial information* Develop detailed financial models to value companies and investments* Aggregate and organize large data sets in Microsoft Excel* Leverage financial and market data software platforms such as Capital IQ and Bloomberg* In connection with each project, research and develop a view on the competitive advantages and disadvantages of our clients in the industries in which each competes* An aptitude for and desire for further develop a solid understanding of GAAP and related SEC reporting requirements for investors and corporationsQuality:* Consistently meet client deadlines and quality expectations* Maintain an organized, methodical, and professional demeanor* Take ownership in the work product* Exceptional attention to detailCommunication:* Communicate project status and results both internally and externally* Demonstrate strong report writing skills* Teamwork and Leadership* Participate in a team environment and collaborate to share responsibilities towards attainment of team goals* Actively seek out opportunities for practice development projects and personal leadership skill developmentBusiness and Personal Development:* Actively participate in BRG’s business development activities, including client meetings and presentations* Be ready to expand your network with clients to become a trusted and reputable advisorQualifications:* A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or other related field of study* One to two years’ prior valuation experience is preferred, preferably with an accounting firm or national valuation firm* Progress toward an ASA or CFA designation or similar designation will be looked upon favorablyCandidate must be able to submit verification of his/her legal right to work in the U.S., without company sponsorship. **About BRG**BRG combines world-leading academic credentials with world-tested business expertise and purpose-built emerging technologies. Our culture centers on agility and connectivity which sets us apart and gets you ahead.At BRG, our professionals include specialist consultants, industry experts, renowned academics, and leading-edge data scientists. Together, they bring a diversity of real-world experience, data, and human and artificial intelligence, to economics, disputes, and investigations; corporate finance; and performance improvement services that address the most complex challenges facing organizations across the globe.Our unique structure nurtures the interdisciplinary relationships that give us the edge, laying the groundwork for more informed insights and more original, incisive thinking. When paired with our global reach and resources, our diverse perspectives and technical capabilities make us uniquely capable to address our clients’ challenges. We get results because we know how to apply our thinking to your world.At BRG, we don’t just show you what’s possible. We’re built to help you make it happen. BRG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.