Senior Associate, Disputes and Investigations (Forensic Valuation)
Alvarez & Marsal Deutschland GmbH, Los Angeles, CA, United States
How you will contribute
You will be helping our clients and their counsel understand and resolve the financial impacts around their legal matters relating to complex accounting, valuation and financial issues across a wide range of projects involving economic disputes, claims, misunderstandings, investigations of white‑collar crime, forensic accounting and consulting, and post‑acquisition disputes. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the client, the industry and the case to surface and address key issues, from the big picture to the smallest details. You will help to develop presentations and reports to effectively communicate the analyses, findings, and insights to the client and/or Court. Relying on your initiative and flexibility to deliver results in an agile and collaborative team environment, you will build strong relationships with clients, legal counsel, and expert witnesses.
Some of the main responsibilities are:
Working on high profile and complex matters that incorporate valuation concepts and tools, including conducting data analysis and valuation modelling
Working closely with Managing Directors, Senior Directors, Directors, and Managers to identify and provide any needed project support
Providing support on complex accounting and valuation related matters and disputes (example project types include investigations, forensic accounting, damage calculations, solvency analysis, settlement models, post‑acquisition disputes, and general litigation support)
Conducting research, synthesizing information, and developing reports for high profile clients
Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedback
Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking “outside the box”
Clearly presenting findings to internal team members
Creating a learning environment by providing constructive 360‑degree feedback
Creating an inclusive team working environment with trust and respect, seeking different viewpoints that lead to continuous improvement and growth
Cultivating and maintaining positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues
Proactively communicating efficiently and effectively to all levels of the engagement team
Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
Supporting internal development of valuations frameworks, modeling templates, and analysis tools
Qualifications
3 to 6 years of experience in valuation, public audit and/or a forensic and dispute consulting practice
Valuation certification such as ASA/MRICS (or equivalent certification) desired
CPA designation preferred
Knowledge of financial statement entry and analysis, KPI development and benchmarking, comparative analysis, and financial forecasting development (three‑statement modeling)
Experience working on various types of complex valuation matters including restructuring (e.g., solvency) and support conclusions for key assumptions
Ability to demonstrate knowledge in valuation standards (fair market value, fair value, investment value, and liquidation value)
Applied understanding of valuation approaches including market (guideline, transaction), income (DCF, capitalization of earnings), cost/asset, and premise of value (going concern and liquidation)
Experience in performing financial statement analysis including the use of trend, common‑size, and ratio analyses
Experience in three‑statement financial modeling, scenario stress modelling, and creating models from scratch
Ability to create discount rates using BUM, CAPM, and WACC
Practical working knowledge of control premia / minority interest discounts, as well as NAV and DLOM development via OPM frameworks
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for purposes of extensive data analysis and valuation modeling
Prior practical or analytical experience in the real estate industry or exposure to real estate appraisal is considered an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Proficient in use of market intelligence platforms (S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg etc.)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Effective interpersonal and team management skills
High level of attention to detailand accuracy
Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote
Flexibility to travel
Demonstrated Management Skills
Estimate time required for various project tasks and workstreams and deliver results
Execute on and manage multiple workstreams
Develop/implement solutions to complex problems; ability to “think outside the box”
Experience in supervising, developing and motivating staff by providing them with leadership, mentoring, performance feedback and career guidance
Ability to build internal and external relationships, and assist with research for business development
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred), finance, economics or other business‑related field
Accounting, auditing and valuations experience gained at a Big 4 accounting firm and/or independent consulting firm
Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‑performing and passionate professionals. Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy‑two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type.
The salary range is $90,000 - $110,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.
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Some of the main responsibilities are:
Working on high profile and complex matters that incorporate valuation concepts and tools, including conducting data analysis and valuation modelling
Working closely with Managing Directors, Senior Directors, Directors, and Managers to identify and provide any needed project support
Providing support on complex accounting and valuation related matters and disputes (example project types include investigations, forensic accounting, damage calculations, solvency analysis, settlement models, post‑acquisition disputes, and general litigation support)
Conducting research, synthesizing information, and developing reports for high profile clients
Assisting with researching technical and industry specific issues
Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedback
Developing and suggesting solutions to complex problems by thinking “outside the box”
Clearly presenting findings to internal team members
Creating a learning environment by providing constructive 360‑degree feedback
Creating an inclusive team working environment with trust and respect, seeking different viewpoints that lead to continuous improvement and growth
Cultivating and maintaining positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues
Proactively communicating efficiently and effectively to all levels of the engagement team
Balancing multiple client projects and other responsibilities
Supporting internal development of valuations frameworks, modeling templates, and analysis tools
Qualifications
3 to 6 years of experience in valuation, public audit and/or a forensic and dispute consulting practice
Valuation certification such as ASA/MRICS (or equivalent certification) desired
CPA designation preferred
Knowledge of financial statement entry and analysis, KPI development and benchmarking, comparative analysis, and financial forecasting development (three‑statement modeling)
Experience working on various types of complex valuation matters including restructuring (e.g., solvency) and support conclusions for key assumptions
Ability to demonstrate knowledge in valuation standards (fair market value, fair value, investment value, and liquidation value)
Applied understanding of valuation approaches including market (guideline, transaction), income (DCF, capitalization of earnings), cost/asset, and premise of value (going concern and liquidation)
Experience in performing financial statement analysis including the use of trend, common‑size, and ratio analyses
Experience in three‑statement financial modeling, scenario stress modelling, and creating models from scratch
Ability to create discount rates using BUM, CAPM, and WACC
Practical working knowledge of control premia / minority interest discounts, as well as NAV and DLOM development via OPM frameworks
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for purposes of extensive data analysis and valuation modeling
Prior practical or analytical experience in the real estate industry or exposure to real estate appraisal is considered an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Proficient in use of market intelligence platforms (S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg etc.)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Effective interpersonal and team management skills
High level of attention to detailand accuracy
Ability and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet client needs
Hybrid - Ability to work in a flexible hybrid work arrangement, part time in physical office and remote
Flexibility to travel
Demonstrated Management Skills
Estimate time required for various project tasks and workstreams and deliver results
Execute on and manage multiple workstreams
Develop/implement solutions to complex problems; ability to “think outside the box”
Experience in supervising, developing and motivating staff by providing them with leadership, mentoring, performance feedback and career guidance
Ability to build internal and external relationships, and assist with research for business development
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred), finance, economics or other business‑related field
Accounting, auditing and valuations experience gained at a Big 4 accounting firm and/or independent consulting firm
Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high‑performing and passionate professionals. Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined periodically as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive an annual discretionary contribution to their 401(k) retirement savings plan from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy‑two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type.
The salary range is $90,000 - $110,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.
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