Managing Director, Decision Modeling & Analytics

BDO USA, P.C.•New York, NY

18h•$280,000 - $350,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Decision Modeling & Analytics Managing Director is responsible for building out and managing a financial modeling and decision analytics service offering within BDO’s Valuation & Capital Market Analysis practice. In this role the Managing Director will be responsible for creating the go-to-market strategy for client acquisition, developing the internal processes required for successful project execution, and acquiring the resources necessary for a sustainable business model.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, required
Fifteen (15) or more years of financial modeling and decision analytics experience at a global consulting/Big 4 accounting firm or a national role at a small to mid-sized form required
Significant experience in business analytics, corporate finance, valuation, or financial accounting, required
Demonstrated history in leading and managing team members
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word, required
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Superior financial modeling skills including: 3-statement financial forecasting, scenario analysis, trend analysis, variance analysis, and other strategic decision analytics
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause determination skills
Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to manage a team of professionals and delegate work assignments as needed
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Ability to travel within the US and internationally, as required

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, preferred
CFA, CPA, or valuation credential, preferred
Industry credential in financial modeling, preferred

Responsibilities

Designs and implements the strategic plan to build a Decision Modeling & Analytics service offering
Leads a team of professionals in the execution and delivery of engagements
Works with team members at all levels to identify needs from a financial modeling and decision analytics perspective
Enhances modeling techniques and capabilities as the analytical landscape evolves
Executes business development plan in conjunction with the VCMA segment leader
Builds relationships with key executives and stakeholders in support of growth of the service offering
Identifies how to work with Alliance Firms and coordinate with international firms as appropriate on opportunities as they arise
Champions a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence
Other duties as required
Supervises the execution of the service line strategy – from identification of opportunities through client delivery
Supervises day-to-day workload of staff on assigned engagements and reviews work product/client deliverables
Ensures staff are trained on all relevant databases, financial models, and software platforms
Evaluates the performance of staff and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development
Delivers periodic performance feedback and complete performance evaluations for staff
Acts as Career Advisor to staff, as appropriate