Valuation Director: Lead Strategic & Forensic Valuations

CliftonLarsonAllen; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 137,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mental health coverage

Fertility benefits

Complete list of benefits here

Job summary

CLA in New Jersey is seeking a Valuation Director/Manager to lead complex valuation engagements, including business enterprises, IP, and financial instruments. You will supervise analysts, review models, and collaborate with Assurance and Tax teams to deliver defensible valuation work.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, business development, and driving process improvements through automation and standardized frameworks.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in valuation or a similar consulting practice/function servicing clients.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• ABV, ASA, CVA, or related designation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Proficiency with valuation standards and complex financial instruments.

Responsibilities

• Lead valuation leadership across business enterprises, IP and complex financial instruments.
• Oversee valuations of equity, debt, derivatives, and structured securities for regulatory, transactional, and litigation purposes.
• Design and review technical reports, exhibits, and expert testimony materials with precision and legal defensibility.
• Cultivate and manage client and referral relationships, representing the valuation practice in engagements and proposals.
• Supervise and mentor a team of associates and seniors, providing training and career development.

Skills

Valuation experience

Financial modeling

MS Office

Valuation standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CLA in New Jersey is seeking a Valuation Director/Manager to lead complex valuation engagements, including business enterprises, IP, and financial instruments. You will supervise analysts, review models, and collaborate with Assurance and Tax teams to deliver defensible valuation work.

The role emphasizes client relationship management, business development, and driving process improvements through automation and standardized frameworks.