Analyst, Business Valuation & Litigation Support (Arlington, VA)

About the role

Join Stout, a firm dedicated to excellence in client service and culture, known for its core values of Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and Great communicators. We are seeking an Analyst to contribute to complex financial disputes, including commercial litigation and marital dissolution matters, through business and entity valuations, financial analysis, and litigation support.

Responsibilities

• Aid in business and entity valuations using accepted methodologies, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support analyses related to merger and acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations, stock option valuations, carried interest, deferred compensation, and other financial instruments in the context of marital dissolution and related matters.
• Contribute to the valuation of closely held businesses, partnerships, and professional practices, including research and analysis related to personal versus enterprise goodwill.
• Conduct company, industry, economic, and market research to support valuation assumptions and conclusions.
• Compile, organize, and analyze financial statements, tax returns, transaction data, and other supporting documentation for valuation and litigation support engagements.
• Support income analysis, financial tracing, and separate versus marital/community property tracing assignments in litigation contexts.
• Assist with forensic accounting analyses, including cash flow and lifestyle analysis, identification of potential unreported income or hidden assets, and review of asset dissipation or fraudulent transfer indicators.
• Prepare schedules, exhibits, workpapers, and draft report sections for review by senior team members.
• Participate in selected client, counsel, and diligence meetings, as appropriate, and collaborate with team members to manage workstreams, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate, well-organized work.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation support, forensic accounting, transaction advisory, audit, or a related field; internship experience is valued.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Foundational understanding of financial theory, economics, accounting principles, and financial statement analysis.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a genuine interest in business valuation, forensic accounting, and financial disputes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to build organized analyses and clearly document workpapers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize findings clearly and professionally.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond effectively to feedback.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and accountability for work quality.
• Professional presence and ability to build productive relationships with colleagues, clients, family law attorneys, and internal teams.
• Coursework, internship, or project experience involving valuation, forensic accounting, financial modeling, economic damages, fraud analysis, or family law matters is preferred but not required.
• Progress toward professional certifications such as ABV, CVA, CPA, CFA, or CFE is encouraged but not required.

Qualifications

• Passionate about business valuation, forensic accounting, and financial disputes.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience with financial modeling and economic damages.
• Knowledge of family law matters.

Skills

• Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional presence and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Stout offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life. We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve. We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals. Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success at https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.