Associate, Business Valuation at STOUT RISIUS ROSS LLC in Edison, New Jersey

Job Description:

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do - we call it Relentless Excellence ® . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Stout's Valuation Advisory professionals help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to the most complex valuation matters. As one of the largest independent valuation practices in the country, we provide specialized experience across a broad spectrum of industries.

Associates in the Valuation Advisory practice work on a variety of assignments, including the analysis of businesses, financial instruments and securities, and intangible assets.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work toward developing/improving problem solving skills with an ability to identify issues in a case.


• Work toward increasing knowledge of Business Valuation, such that less supervision by the Manager or MD is required.


• Delegate to and supervise, and train others, both paraprofessionals and analysts, as needed.


• Effectively communicate with clients without the MD's involvement.


• Complete projects on a timely basis.


• Additional administrative duties that benefit the Company,


• Periodically participate in marketing events, as needed.


• Pursue professional training that is relevant to the field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

An Associate must have sufficient experience in Business Valuation and/or Forensic Accounting roles, either within Stout or with an outside firm. The Associate has proven the ability to move beyond task-driven assignments by being involved in the case work plan and carrying it out accurately with less involvement of the MD. Additional skills and abilities include the following:

• Demonstrated financial modeling experience.


• Strong technical and analytical skills,


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills- ability to communicate technical, financial, and modeling concepts in a manner that is easily understood by clients, auditors, and internal stakeholders,


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


• Excels in a team-oriented work environment.


• Entrepreneurial


• Positive and enthusiastic attitude


• Shows creativity in problem-solving.


• Accountability and ability to multi-task


• Professional presence


• Detail-oriented.


• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Education and/or Training:

• 4-year degree necessary with an emphasis in finance, economics, or other quantitative discipline

Why Stout?

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Why Stout?

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage. At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Stout Culture: We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Our core values embrace a culture of inclusion and the equitable treatment of all team members, starting with Stout's leadership and spreading across the organization. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with an array of talents, ideas, and experiences that propel the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptionalism that drive our success. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, click here .

Professional Development: To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement. We believe in timely and proactive performance excellence, ongoing 360 feedback, clear performance expectations at each level, and quarterly check-ins with your manager ensure you are supported and growing your career.

Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout. View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you.

Flexible Work Schedules: Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees. This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate.

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.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply .

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth? Stout might just be the right place for you.

For individuals assigned to work in California, Colorado, New York City, or Washington, Stout is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $74,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.