PV - Associate

Associates For Valuations & Opinions GroupWe are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our advisory services include mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory, growth equity and restructuring for the mid-market. We also provide valuations and fairness opinions and joint ventures advisory services. As one tightly integrated team of more than 500 professionals across 16 countries, we offer an unobstructed perspective, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades.Lincoln International is seeking associates to join our rapidly growing Valuations & Opinions Group in our Chicago & New York offices. Successful candidates have strong cognitive and interpersonal abilities, want to develop their professional and personal skills and are motivated by the prospect of building a leading valuations practice. The associate position at Lincoln International involves interacting closely with the firm's senior bankers and clients' senior executives. Our associates are heavily involved in every aspect of a valuation and ultimately, master the ability to execute a valuation from start-to-finish. In addition, associates are expected to contribute to analysts' development and support new business development efforts.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPreparing, completing, and reviewing financial models and sophisticated valuation analysesWriting and reviewing valuation reports and presentationsCoordinating recurring valuation projects with team members including providing oversight to analystsInteracting with clients and preparing deliverablesMaintaining proprietary valuation databasesTracking the capital markets and analyzing any changes within the marketsPreparing marketing materials for meetings with potential clientsSupporting the senior members of the Valuations & Opinions GroupQualificationsExcellent analytic foundation with advanced understanding of financial statements and various valuation methodologies (DCF, LBO, comparable company analysis, etc.)Proficiency at financial modeling with advanced Microsoft Excel skillsStrong writing skills and experience with PowerPoint and Microsoft WordEffective organizational skills and the aptitude to manage people and work productsStrong communication skills and experience interacting with teammates and clientsThree to five years of professional experience in valuationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics from top tier institution; strong academic record (both undergraduate and graduate)Active CPA and/or minimum of CFA Level I is preferred, but not requiredSeniority Level: Entry levelIndustry: Banking, Financial Services, Investment BankingEmployment Type: Full-timeJob FunctionsBankingFinancial ServicesInvestment Banking