Description

Consultant - Business Valuations

A leading advisory firm is seeking a Consultant to join its Business Valuations practice based in Rochester, New York. The team operates in a hybrid work environment, with most in‑office time occurring Wednesday and Thursday.

Role Overview

Consultants support valuation engagements for a variety of purposes, including financial reporting, transaction support, tax, strategic planning, and dispute‑related matters. The role provides hands‑on analytical experience across a wide range of industries, business models, and capital structures, along with growing client exposure and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze historical and projected financial statements and perform quantitative and qualitative assessments.
• Review materials such as management presentations, financial models, transaction documents, and market data.
• Build and update valuation analyses using methodologies including discounted cash flow, public company comparables, and precedent transactions.
• Identify and assess relevant comparable companies and transactions.
• Conduct industry, market, and economic research to support valuation conclusions.
• Prepare valuation reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.
• Respond to client, auditor, and internal inquiries related to valuation work.
• Participate in client meetings and support due diligence discussions.
• Assist with proposals, fee estimates, and internal engagement documentation.
• Support engagement management and administrative tasks, including timelines and close‑outs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in business valuation, corporate finance, accounting, transaction services, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of core valuation methodologies (DCF, public comparables, precedent transactions).
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint and Word; financial modeling experience preferred.
• Strong communication, writing, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Progress toward or interest in professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA, ASA) preferred but not required.
• High integrity and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location: Rochester, NY