Summer 2027 Financial Analyst (Class of 2028), Corporate Valuation Advisory Services - Dallas

Houlihan Lokey•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Houlihan Lokey’s Corporate Valuation Advisory Services (CVAS) team performs business and intangible asset valuations in connection with mergers and acquisitions, financial and tax reporting, and management planning. The team applies finance and accounting expertise and global valuation methodologies to serve private equity and corporate clients across a wide range of industries. As a Summer Financial Analyst, you will develop complex financial models and analyze financial statements, industry conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and privately held securities. You may also participate in the firm’s marketing efforts. During the summer, you will work with experienced professionals and gain exposure to a range of industries, complex transactions, and senior officers. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. The company is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. The stated salary range is $80,000–$85,000; actual salary may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, experience, service line, and location. The firm states that it offers a competitive benefits package, with current offerings available through its 2026 Benefits information.

Requirements

Be a B.A., B.S., or B.B.A. candidate majoring in Finance or Accounting, with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
Complete coursework in accounting and finance.
Have a fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications.
Be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical abilities and financial and computer skills, particularly in Excel.
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop complex financial models.
Analyze financial statements, industry conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and privately held securities.
Participate in the firm’s marketing efforts.