Senior Associate, Disputes and Investigations (Forensic Valuation)

About the role

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

Responsibilities

• Working on high profile and complex matters that incorporate valuation concepts and tools, including conducting data analysis and valuation modelling
• Conducting research, synthesizing information, and developing reports for high profile clients
• Supporting on complex accounting and valuation related matters and disputes (example project types include investigations, forensic accounting, damage calculations, solvency analysis, settlement models, post-acquisition disputes, and general litigation support)
• Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking “outside the box”
• Creating a learning environment by providing constructive 360-degree feedback
• Cultivating and maintaining positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues
• Supporting internal development of valuations frameworks, modeling templates, and analysis tools

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in valuation, public audit and/or a forensic and dispute consulting practice
• Valuation certification such as ASA/MRICS (or equivalent certification) desired
• CPA designation preferred
• Knowledge of financial statement entry and analysis, KPI development and benchmarking, comparative analysis, and financial forecasting development (three-statement modeling)
• Experience working on various types of complex valuation matters including restructuring (e.g., solvency) and support conclusions for key assumptions
• Applied understanding of valuation approaches including market (guideline, transaction), income (DCF, capitalization of earnings), cost/asset, and premise of value (going concern and liquidation)
• Experience in performing financial statement analysis including the use of trend, common-size, and ratio analyses
• Experience in three-statement financial modeling, scenario stress modelling, and creating models from scratch
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for purposes of extensive data analysis and valuation modeling
• Prior practical or analytical experience in the real estate industry or exposure to real estate appraisal is considered an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Practical working knowledge of control premia / minority interest discounts, as well as NAV and DLOM development via OPM frameworks
• Advanced proficiency with market intelligence platforms (S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective interpersonal and team management skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
• Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote
• Flexibility to travel
• Demonstrated Management Skills
• Estimate time required for various project tasks and workstreams and deliver results
• Execute on and manage multiple workstreams
• Develop/implement solutions to complex problems; ability to “think outside the box”
• Experience in supervising, developing and motivating staff by providing them with leadership, mentoring, performance feedback and career guidance
• Build internal and external relationships, and assist with research for business development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred), finance, economics or other business-related field
• Accounting, auditing and valuations experience gained at a Big 4 accounting firm and/or independent consulting firm

Benefits

The salary range is $90,000 - $110,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Culture & Values

At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws.