Investment Banking Senior Analyst | FinTech

Houlihan Lokey; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

Houlihan Lokey, a leading global investment bank, is seeking a Senior Analyst to support corporate finance engagements including M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory. You will prepare financial analyses, build advanced valuation models (LBO/DCF), and assist in offering memorandums and marketing materials.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in investment banking, strong Excel-based valuation skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment in New York.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of investment banking experience required.
• Understanding of the sell-side M&A process.
• Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies and applications.
• Prior coursework in accounting and finance.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical abilities; strong LBO and DCF modeling skills.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills.
• English written and verbal communication skills required.
• Independent thinker and resourceful problem solver.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze and explain financial information of a given company and related companies within the respective industry.
• Perform valuations of companies using traditional valuation methodologies.
• Prepare confidential offering memorandums, management presentations, buyers lists, marketing pitches, and assist in the marketing and planning of engagements.

Skills

Financial modelling

LBO modelling

DCF modelling

M&A knowledge

Valuation methods

Analytical abilities

Quantitative research

English communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Accounting and Finance coursework

Tools

Excel

Job description

Business Unit:Corporate FinanceIndustry:FinTechOverviewHoulihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com.Corporate FinanceHoulihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2025, LSEG ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.Job DescriptionAs a Senior Analyst, you will work on corporate finance engagements. The group's engagements principally include M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory assignments. As a dedicated member of our transaction team, you will be responsible for supporting these assignments, with the following responsibilities:Prepare, analyze and explain financial information of a given company and related companies within the respective industry;Perform valuations of companies using traditional valuation methodologies;Prepare confidential offering memorandums, management presentations, buyers lists, marketing pitches, and assist in the marketing and planning of engagementsPreferred Qualifications2+ years of investment banking experience requiredA solid understanding of the sell-side M&A process, along with proven experience in successfully closing dealsFundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies and applicationsPrior coursework in accounting and finance requiredAdvanced financial modeling and analytical abilities; Strong LBO and DCF modeling skillsStrong qualitative and quantitative research skillsUnderstanding of financial statements analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, implicit caveats, and limitationsExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essentialAdvanced knowledge of ExcelIndependent thinker and resourceful problem solverStrong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to multitaskMotivated and demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environmentAbility to work independently in a fast-paced environmentCompensation and BenefitsHoulihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package, which may include other components such as discretionary incentive compensation. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:$110,000-130,000 USDActual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience and the location where this position may be filled.Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here:2026 BenefitsWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.#LI-115909