Vice President, Valuation Services

Kroll; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Healthcare Coverage

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Job summary

Kroll is seeking a Vice President in Valuation Services based in Chicago, IL. You will lead complex engagements including enterprise valuations, purchase price allocations, and intangible asset analyses for diverse clients in energy, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

Success requires 5–6 years of valuation modeling experience, leadership and client-management skills, and strong communication. CFA/CPA is a plus; MS Excel, PowerPoint proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's in Finance, Accounting or Economics or an MBA from an accredited college/university.
• 5–6 years of constructing and reviewing valuation & other financial models (DCF, comps, transactions, intangibles).
• CFA and/or CPA designations a plus.
• Experience across Energy & Energy Transition space is a plus.
• Proven leadership including client relationship management and staff development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Research target industries across energy and infrastructure sectors; gather competitor information.
• Manage client engagements from day-to-day interaction to staffing and work plan execution.
• Perform valuation analyses and develop financial models (DCF, market comps, transaction multiples, intangibles).
• Interview clients and design models for discounted cash flow, market multiples, intangibles, and option pricing.
• Prepare complex strategic reports and present findings to clients.
• Present reports regarding analysis and conclusions of findings

Skills

Valuation expertise

Leadership

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Energy sector experience

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance/Accounting/Economics or MBA

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Our Valuation Services prepares objective valuations for financial reporting, tax and management planning purposes. Vice Presidents work on a variety of assignments, including business enterprise valuations, purchase price allocations, equity valuations, intellectual property valuations, stock option valuations, and dispute consulting.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Researching target industries, across energy (oil & gas, utilities and the energy transition) and infrastructure (transport, communications, social), as well as competitor information
• Managing client engagements from day-to-day interaction with the client through to staffing and managing the resources and work plan through to timely completion
• Perform in-depth industry, market, and competitor research and valuation analysis on a wide range of public and private entities using all accepted approaches and theory
• Interview clients and design financial models for discounted cash flow, market multiple, intangible assets, and option pricing analyses
• Responsible for preparing complex strategic reports outlining data pertinent to engagement, market research, company valuations, and analysis of strategic and financial alternatives to assist clients in anticipating and adapting to increased market competition
• Present reports regarding analysis and conclusions of findings

Essential Traits

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics or an MBA from an accredited college/university
• 5-6 years of constructing and reviewing valuation & other financial models including: DCF, comparable company & transaction, and intangible asset analyses
• CFA and/or CPA professional designations a plus
• Prior experience working across the Energy & Energy Transition space (upstream, midstream, power generation, renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities) is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership experience including managing and developing client relationships as well as mentoring and developing staff
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of software packages including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities
• Experience working with diverse teams

Your recruiter will be happy to walk you through your U.S.-specific benefits, which include:

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Time Off and Leave Policies: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, generous parental and family leave.
• Protective Insurances: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and accident protection.
• Compensation and Rewards: Competitive salary structures, performance‑based incentives, and merit‑based compensation reviews.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching.

Please note that benefits may vary by region, department and role. We encourage you to speak with your recruiter to learn more about the specific benefits available for your position.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting‑edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

The current salary range for this position is $90,000 to $200,000