Analyst, Business Valuation (New Grad – Irvine)

Stout•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Analysts in Stout’s Business Valuation group perform engagements for purposes including corporate tax matters, estate and shareholder planning, shareholder buyouts, related-party transactions, estate and income tax matters, charitable contributions, and litigation. Analysts gain client exposure and develop technical skills while working with Stout professionals, contributing to real work from the outset. They regularly interact with senior-level professionals and clients and have opportunities for growth and advancement across Stout’s practice groups and offices. The role involves researching industries, markets, and companies; analyzing financial statements and valuation drivers; developing financial models; supporting due diligence; and preparing analyses and client deliverables. Analysts use discretion and independent judgment to select valuation methodologies and assumptions, present preliminary analysis for review, and incorporate feedback. The position calls for strong analytical, communication, organizational, and time-management capabilities in a deadline-driven environment. Stout describes a culture centered on client service, inclusion, respect, and its core values. Employees are supported through training, mentorship, networking, employee resource groups, performance feedback, flexible work schedules, and a discretionary time off policy. The role has an estimated annual compensation range of $60,000 to $130,000 and is anticipated to be eligible for an annual bonus plan.

Requirements

BA, BS, MA, or MS degree required.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 required.
Strong academic record.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong analytical, verbal, technical, and written skills, including the ability to interpret complex financial data and synthesize findings into clear, actionable insight.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex information and build strong relationships with colleagues and clients.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship at the time of hire and in the future.

Nice To Haves

Preferred coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred.
Relevant internship experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth industry, market, and company research to identify and support assumptions, benchmarks, and conclusions.
Analyze and interpret complex financial statements, identifying trends, risks, and valuation drivers.
Prepare due diligence questions and evaluate supporting documentation to validate financial, operational, and market assumptions.
Participate in client or management meetings and provide substantive input on valuation methodologies, assumptions, and conclusions.
Oversee and track client data collection to ensure accuracy and completeness for analysis.
Develop and analyze detailed financial models.
Use discretion and independent judgment to select appropriate valuation methodologies and key assumptions.
Present and review preliminary draft analysis with senior-level professionals and incorporate feedback to refine conclusions.
Create comprehensive deliverables and supporting analysis, including presentations, analysis packets, and written narratives.