Associate, Corporate Business Valuation - Valuation Advisory

Impact You’ll Make:

Stout’s Valuation Advisory professionals produce sophisticated, supportable, and efficient valuations and serve as trusted advisors to corporate and private equity clients. We help organizations comply with internal and external financial and corporate tax reporting requirements by providing accurate and defensible valuations built on technical expertise and robust valuation processes to withstand audit and regulatory scrutiny. As one of the largest independent valuation practices in the country, we provide specialized experience across a broad spectrum of industries, asset classes, and geographies.

Associates in Stout’s Corporate Valuation Advisory practice work on a variety of assignments, including the valuation of privately held and publicly traded operating companies and their assets. In addition, Associates contribute to various strategic initiatives supporting Stout’s expansion objectives. This professional will be responsible for the production of valuation analyses and reports, assisting senior management in servicing client relationships, and participating in training, recruiting, and other leadership initiatives to support professional development.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform enterprise and equity valuations using accepted methodologies, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches (e.g., comparable companies, merger and acquisition transactions)

• Perform purchase price allocations for corporate transactions, including identification and valuation of intangible assets (customer relationships, trade names and trademarks, technology, etc.)

• Prepare written valuation reports for client presentations and develop supporting workpapers and documentation for audit support

• Develop client interaction and participate in due diligence meetings

• Conduct and oversee company, industry, and economic research

• Analyze general economic conditions and industry specific conditions and trends

• Deliver comprehensive valuation services to address financial, tax, and regulatory needs

• Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency and insight

What You Bring:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in business valuation. The preferred candidate will have prior experience in purchase price allocations, impairment testing and other financial reporting related assignments, and corporate tax valuations

• Strong familiarity with applicable accounting standards, including ASC 820 – Fair Value Measurement, ASC 805 – Business Combinations; ASC 350/360 - Goodwill Impairment and Long-Lived Asset Testing; and ASC 718 / IRC 409a stock-based compensation

• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or another quantitative field is required

• Strong knowledge of key financial models and valuation methodologies

• Professional designations such as CFA, CPA, or ASA are preferred

• Intermediate/advanced understanding of economics, financial theory and/or principles of accounting

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Knowledge of S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg, and other research platforms is a plus.

• Relationship-focused with clients, peers, management, etc.

• Excels in a team-oriented work environment with a positive and enthusiastic attitude

• Shows creativity in problem solving

• Professional presence and detail-oriented

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset

How You’ll Thrive:

• Cultivate a positive, team-oriented approach that fosters collaboration and shared success.

• Demonstrate accountability and reliability by consistently delivering high-quality results and meeting expectations

• Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work

• Build meaningful relationships and leverage strong interpersonal skills to create trust and drive outcomes

• Communicate effectively and respond promptly, ensuring clarity and alignment with stakeholders

• Bring intellectual curiosity and a keen attention to detail to problem-solving and decision-making

• Apply advanced analytical and quantitative skills to uncover insights and drive data-informed strategies

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer 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.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.