Vice President, Transaction Advisory

Stout; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Discretionary time off

Wellness options

Job summary

Stout is seeking a full-time Vice President to lead transaction advisory engagements focusing on buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence for private equity and corporate clients in Houston. You will guide quality of earnings assessments, working capital analysis, and review of key commitments to deliver clarity and value.

As a leader, you will supervise analysts, coordinate due diligence calls, and contribute to business development while upholding Stout's Relentless Excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related major.
• CPA certification is required or in process.
• 5–6 years of experience in audit and/or financial accounting due diligence, with at least 2 years in due diligence; Big Four preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise analysts and associates to ensure efficient project execution.
• Identify key risks and potential deal breakers during due diligence.
• Analyze income statement, balance sheet, cash flow and operating data.
• Synthesize data and communicate observations and conclusions.
• Produce comprehensive due diligence reports for clients.
• Lead due diligence calls and meetings with client and target management.
• Review audit workpapers to understand policies and procedures.
• Provide insights to purchase agreements and related deal documents.
• Contribute to business development and client proposals.
• Mentor and train junior staff.

Skills

US GAAP & SEC

Verbal & written communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Team collaboration

Accountability

Detail-oriented

Professional presence

Self-motivated

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related

CPA

Tools

Excel

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.

Impact You'll Make

As a full-time Vice President within our growing Transaction Advisory practice, this role makes a direct impact on high-stakes transaction outcomes. By leading buy-side and sell-side financial accounting due diligence engagements for private equity and corporate clients, the Vice President provides critical insights that shape investment decisions and negotiation strategies. Through rigorous quality of earnings assessments, in-depth working capital analysis, and evaluation of key commitments and contingencies, this leader uncovers risks and opportunities that drive value. Partnering closely with management teams and their advisors, the role delivers clarity, confidence, and actionable intelligence at every stage of the transaction lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Supervising analysts and associates to ensure efficient project execution
• Demonstrate strong multitasking abilities, effectively managing multiple projects and administrative tasks simultaneously
• Identify key risks and potential deal breakers during due diligence process
• Analyze detailed financial statement information including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow and operational data
• Synthesize data and information into meaningful observations and conclusions
• Produce comprehensive due diligence report to organize and communicate our findings
• Lead due diligence calls and meetings with client and target company management
• Review audit workpapers to understand critical accounting policies and procedures
• Provide insights to purchase agreement and other deal documents
• Actively involved in business development including client pursuits and proposals
• Participate in the hiring and training of analysts and associates

What You Bring

• Proficient knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting standards
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Relationship-oriented, fostering connections with clients, peers, and management
• Demonstrates an entrepreneurial mindset
• Maintains a positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment
• Exhibits creativity in problem-solving
• Holds oneself accountable and manages multiple tasks effectively
• Projects a professional presence
• Possesses strong technical and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy
• Self-motivated with a robust work ethic
• Willingness to travel up to 50% on short notice
• Excels in a fast-paced, evolving work environment

Education and/or Training

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related major
• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in audit and/or financial accounting due diligence (with at least 2 years in due diligence). Big Four experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

How You'll Thrive

• Embrace changing client-imposed deadlines with flexibility and adaptability.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Collaborate with engagement leaders and team members while embodying Stout's core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators.
• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence in client service and team collaboration.

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 $120,000.00 - $215,000.00 . 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.