Senior Associate
About The Position
Prairie Capital Advisors is a nationally recognized, employee-owned financial advisory firm specializing in ownership transition strategies for middle-market companies. Since 1996, we have advised business owners, boards, trustees, and investors on mergers and acquisitions, ESOP transactions, business valuations, financing transactions, and ownership succession planning. Our success is built on four core values: Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Passion. We believe exceptional results come from building exceptional people. As an employee-owner, you'll work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your contributions directly influence both client outcomes and firm success. We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Chicago office and play a key role in leading client engagements, mentoring team members, and delivering high-quality financial advisory services.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- 1–2 years of experience as an Associate or in a similar financial advisory, valuation, investment banking, consulting, or corporate finance role
- Strong understanding of valuation methodologies and corporate finance principles
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders
- Ability to build and maintain strong client and partner relationships
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree
- Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA
- Experience mentoring or leading junior team members
Responsibilities
- Managing multiple engagements across service lines, overseeing financial modeling, analysis, and research
- Preparing client deliverables, including valuation reports, presentations, information memoranda, and marketing materials
- Coaching, mentoring, and reviewing the work of interns, analysts, and associates
- Leading client and partner meetings, presenting findings and explaining complex financial analyses
- Managing document collection, retention, and engagement workflows
- Supporting business development efforts through webinars, conferences, and thought leadership initiatives
- Participating in internal projects and firm-wide initiatives that drive continuous improvement
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Multiple medical plan options, including PPO and High Deductible Health Plans with HSA eligibility
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) with company support
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
- A collaborative, employee-owned culture focused on professional growth and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
