Associate - Financial Advisory Services

FAS Team AssociateAs an associate on the FAS team, you will help develop solutions to the financial and operational challenges facing our clients and improving their overall performance. You will rely on your analytical skills and strong understanding of accounting and finance when you work on projects in transaction advisory, turnaround, restructuring, bankruptcy, and performance improvement. Typical responsibilities will include:Transaction Advisory:Analyze historical financial results to identify normalized earnings, working capital trends, and key diligence findingsAssist in the preparation of Quality of Earnings (QoE) reports, including revenue, margin, and EBITDA analysesIdentify and quantify adjustments related to non-recurring items, accounting policy differences, and operational inefficienciesEvaluate working capital targets and drivers, including seasonality and normalizationSupport client interactions, data requests, and management interviews during buy-side and sell-side diligence processesCorporate Restructuring & Turnaround:Perform cash flow forecasting, liquidity analysis, and short-term cash management assessments (13-week cash flow models)Analyze capital structures and debt agreements to identify risks, covenant constraints, and restructuring alternativesSupport development of turnaround plans, cost reduction initiatives, and operational improvement strategiesAssist with stakeholder communications, including lenders, creditors, and investorsAssisting in the bankruptcy preparation and administration for clientsConduct scenario analysis to evaluate restructuring outcomes and strategic alternativesFinancial Modeling & Analysis:Build and maintain financial models including projections, sensitivity analyses, and scenario modelingPerform variance and trend analyses across revenue streams, cost structures, and key financial KPIsSupport development of business plans, forecasts, and performance dashboardsData Analytics & Process Improvement:Utilize data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Alteryx) to analyze large datasets and identify trendsAssist in automating and improving financial reporting and diligence workflowsEvaluate internal controls and financial reporting processes, particularly in distressed or underdeveloped environmentsBasic Qualifications:BA/BS degree Accounting, Finance, or other analytical fields.2-4 years of experience in corporate restructuring, investment, accounting, and/or consultingPreferred Qualifications:MBA/ MS in Accounting, Finance, or other analytical fields.Advanced foundation in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.Foundational understanding of operational & financial restructuring, debtor and creditor.Understanding and analysis of financial statements.Ability to design, build and use comprehensive integrated financial models.Work well against deadlines and stay on task while supporting multiple work streams.Can function well under pressure and work independently while knowing when to ask for guidance.Creative problem-solving & critical thinking skills with the ability to process alternative solutions.Strong oral communication and business writing skills.Excellent attention to detail, leadership skills and work ethic.Willingness to travel (25-50%).Must be authorized to work in the United States E-Verify Employer.Ability to pass an FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigations) background check with fingerprinting to be associated with the broker dealer.Exempt Status: YesWorkplace Type: OfficeCertain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We're combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Compensation Range: $114,000-$125,000 annual base salaryThe compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Tobacco-Free Hiring Practice: Visit Huntington's Career Web Site for more details.Note to Agency Recruiters: Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.