Associate, Disputes and Investigations (Forensic Valuation)

About the position Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M. Our talent drives our success, resulting in our growing Disputes and Investigations practice becoming one of the most respected in the industry. From the boardroom to the courtroom, the firm delivers a wide array of solutions to contentious situations by drawing on the deep skills, diverse disciplines and experiences of its professionals. We are recognized by Global Arbitration Review as one of the leading firms of independent experts for arbitration and considered a top three firm by Who's Who Legal based on the number of experts across the globe. Our clients include major banks, leading law firms, private equity firms and well-known corporations and upper-mid-sized companies.

Responsibilities

• Working on high profile and complex matters that incorporate valuation concepts and tools, including conducting data analysis and valuation modelling
• Working closely with Managing Directors, Senior Directors, Directors, and Managers to identify and provide any needed project support
• Providing support on complex accounting and valuation related matters and disputes
• Conducting research, synthesizing information, and developing reports for high profile clients
• Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
• Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedback
• Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking 'outside the box'
• Clearly presenting findings to internal team members
• Creating a learning environment by providing constructive 360-degree feedback
• Creating an inclusive team working environment with trust and respect, seeking different viewpoints that lead to continuous improvement and growth
• Cultivating and maintaining positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues
• Proactively communicating efficiently and effectively to all levels of the engagement team
• Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
• Supporting internal development of valuation frameworks, modeling templates, and analysis tools

Requirements

• 1 to 5 years of experience in valuation, public audit and/or a forensic and dispute consulting practice
• Valuation certification such as ASA/MRICS (or equivalent certification) desired
• CPA designation preferred
• Knowledge of financial statement entry and analysis, KPI development and benchmarking, comparative analysis, and financial forecasting development (three-statement modeling)
• Experience working on various types of complex valuation matters including restructuring (e.g., solvency) and support conclusions for key assumptions
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in valuation standards (fair market value, fair value, investment value, and liquidation value)
• Applied understanding of valuation approaches including market (guideline, transaction), income (DCF, capitalization of earnings), cost/asset, and premise of value (going concern and liquidation)
• Experience in performing financial statement analysis including the use of trend, common-size, and ratio analyses
• Experience in three-statement financial modeling, scenario stress modelling, and creating models from scratch
• Ability to create discount rates using BUM, CAPM, and WACC
• Practical working knowledge of control premia / minority interest discounts, as well as NAV and DLOM development via OPM frameworks
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for purposes of extensive data analysis and valuation modeling
• Prior practical or analytical experience in the real estate industry or exposure to real estate appraisal is considered an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Proficient in use of market intelligence platforms (S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal and team management skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in supervising, developing and motivating staff by providing them with leadership, mentoring, performance feedback and career guidance
• Ability to build internal and external relationships, and assist with research for business development

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and opportunities to support personal and professional development
• Healthcare plans
• Flexible spending and savings accounts
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary contribution from Alvarez & Marsal
• Discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance

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