Deal Services Associate - Winter 2027 - Western WA

CliftonLarsonAllen•Bellevue, WA

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About The Position

CLA is seeking a Deal Services Associate for its Bellevue, Washington location. The role participates in quality of earnings due diligence engagements related to acquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers. The associate analyzes targets’ financial and operational results by reviewing accounting records and interviewing management, prepares and evaluates pro forma financial information, assesses how seasonality and cyclicality affect cash flow requirements, conducts industry and company research, and correlates due diligence findings with client valuations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an Accounting or Finance degree is strongly preferred.
General knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Nice To Haves

Eligibility to sit for the CFA or CPA examination, or a postgraduate degree or relevant industry/service certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in quality of earnings due diligence engagements related to acquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers.
Analyze targets’ financial and operational results by reviewing accounting records and conducting interviews with management.
Prepare and evaluate pro forma financial information.
Evaluate the effects of seasonality and cyclicality on cash flow requirements.
Perform industry and company research.
Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations.