Director, Valuation and Financial Advisory Services
December 25, 2021
About FTI Consulting:
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 4,600 employees located in 28 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $1.81 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2016.
FTI Consulting continually strives to offer employees and eligible dependents, including domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children, a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Please click here for more information.
FTI Consulting does not accept unsolicited resumes from external firms or agencies. FTI Consulting will not be responsible for placement fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
About Corporate Finance & Restructuring:
Our Corporate Finance and Restructuring practice, a trusted partner to companies, boards of directors, investors, lenders and creditors around the world, is focused on delivering restructuring and business transformation solutions. Committed to our clients' success, our professionals address the full spectrum of financial, operational and transactional risks and opportunities. Among our core strengths is providing expertise in guiding companies through the value creation lifecycle. Our targeted offerings include restructuring, insolvency, litigation support, interim management, capital market advisory, post-acquisition integration, valuation, tax advisory as well as financial management and performance improvement solutions. Our clients demand our industry expertise, which includes emphasis in the energy, healthcare, real estate, retail and consumer products, and telecom, media and technology sectors. Our Corporate Finance & Restructuring services are delivered through a global network of 41 offices in 15 countries situated in Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America and North America.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
Valuation and Financial Advisory Services (VFAS) is a fast growing practice focused on providing business and intangible asset valuations, financial opinions, financial and strategic analysis, forecasting and transaction support services covering a broad spectrum of industries and situations. Clients range from early stage to Fortune 500 companies, as well as capital market constituents globally. A Director will be directly responsible for day-to-day project management and the preparation of underlying analytical support across multiple projects simultaneously,
PRIMARY DUTIES:
• The Director will lead the preparation of enterprise, equity, and intangible asset valuation analyses, including market multiple valuation approaches and discounted cash flow analyses. These engagements will be prepared for a broad range of purposes, spanning from fair value purchase price allocation and goodwill impairment valuation assignments for accounting purposes, to private equity portfolio valuations and transaction advisory assignments. He/she will identify potential comparable public companies and perform research to identify comparable M&A transactions, and analyze market multiples such as EV/EBITDA, calculate WACC (weighted average cost of capital).
• The Director will prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information for businesses and assets in order to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation, and work effectively as a team member by demonstrating commitment to quality, furthering education and investment in themselves, sharing responsibilities, providing support, maintaining communications, and updating senior team members on progress and issues.
• The Director will prepare intangible asset valuations such as developed technology valuations, film library valuations, music royalty valuations, life sciences valuations and other intellectual property valuations. Techniques will include bottom-up forecast development from actual source data as well as consideration of techniques including "relief from royalty" and multi period excess earnings (MPEE).
• The Director will perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicly available information, assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties, and develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.
• The Director will assist in reviewing valuation models prepared by management of private equity firms and hedge funds, and attend valuation due diligence meetings with clients and auditors.
• The Director will be required to build strong internal relationships with members of the broader Corporate Finance team and other FTI practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors in accounting and/or finance. MS or MBA preferred.
• Five plus years of business valuation experience and experience managing a team within a nationally recognized Valuation Advisory Practice.
• Previous experience managing projects and teams
• Willingness to travel, limited travel (10%) may be required.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• CFA, ASA, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining one or more of these credentials.
• CPA or sufficient hours to meet CPA requirements, and in process of obtaining CPA certification.
• Strong technical accounting or valuation skills, with detailed knowledge of fair value GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Advanced analytical and issue resolution intelligence, problem solving is essential.
• Proficient with PC environments and related software, including Microsoft Office applications, especially advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficient use and analysis of computer models and development of dynamic spreadsheet applications.
• A strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance and due diligence findings.
• The ability to conduct detailed analysis (using external information) on products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as report writing is required to serve clients.
• Ability to interface with team members and client personnel in demanding, deadline-driven situations.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple staff and projects in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn and adapt in an ever changing environment to meet client needs.
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
FTI Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 4,600 employees located in 28 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $1.81 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2016.
FTI Consulting continually strives to offer employees and eligible dependents, including domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children, a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Please click here for more information.
FTI Consulting does not accept unsolicited resumes from external firms or agencies. FTI Consulting will not be responsible for placement fees associated with unsolicited resumes.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
About Corporate Finance & Restructuring:
Our Corporate Finance and Restructuring practice, a trusted partner to companies, boards of directors, investors, lenders and creditors around the world, is focused on delivering restructuring and business transformation solutions. Committed to our clients' success, our professionals address the full spectrum of financial, operational and transactional risks and opportunities. Among our core strengths is providing expertise in guiding companies through the value creation lifecycle. Our targeted offerings include restructuring, insolvency, litigation support, interim management, capital market advisory, post-acquisition integration, valuation, tax advisory as well as financial management and performance improvement solutions. Our clients demand our industry expertise, which includes emphasis in the energy, healthcare, real estate, retail and consumer products, and telecom, media and technology sectors. Our Corporate Finance & Restructuring services are delivered through a global network of 41 offices in 15 countries situated in Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America and North America.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:
Valuation and Financial Advisory Services (VFAS) is a fast growing practice focused on providing business and intangible asset valuations, financial opinions, financial and strategic analysis, forecasting and transaction support services covering a broad spectrum of industries and situations. Clients range from early stage to Fortune 500 companies, as well as capital market constituents globally. A Director will be directly responsible for day-to-day project management and the preparation of underlying analytical support across multiple projects simultaneously,
PRIMARY DUTIES:
• The Director will lead the preparation of enterprise, equity, and intangible asset valuation analyses, including market multiple valuation approaches and discounted cash flow analyses. These engagements will be prepared for a broad range of purposes, spanning from fair value purchase price allocation and goodwill impairment valuation assignments for accounting purposes, to private equity portfolio valuations and transaction advisory assignments. He/she will identify potential comparable public companies and perform research to identify comparable M&A transactions, and analyze market multiples such as EV/EBITDA, calculate WACC (weighted average cost of capital).
• The Director will prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information for businesses and assets in order to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation, and work effectively as a team member by demonstrating commitment to quality, furthering education and investment in themselves, sharing responsibilities, providing support, maintaining communications, and updating senior team members on progress and issues.
• The Director will prepare intangible asset valuations such as developed technology valuations, film library valuations, music royalty valuations, life sciences valuations and other intellectual property valuations. Techniques will include bottom-up forecast development from actual source data as well as consideration of techniques including "relief from royalty" and multi period excess earnings (MPEE).
• The Director will perform industry and company research utilizing online tools and publicly available information, assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties, and develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.
• The Director will assist in reviewing valuation models prepared by management of private equity firms and hedge funds, and attend valuation due diligence meetings with clients and auditors.
• The Director will be required to build strong internal relationships with members of the broader Corporate Finance team and other FTI practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors in accounting and/or finance. MS or MBA preferred.
• Five plus years of business valuation experience and experience managing a team within a nationally recognized Valuation Advisory Practice.
• Previous experience managing projects and teams
• Willingness to travel, limited travel (10%) may be required.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• CFA, ASA, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining one or more of these credentials.
• CPA or sufficient hours to meet CPA requirements, and in process of obtaining CPA certification.
• Strong technical accounting or valuation skills, with detailed knowledge of fair value GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Advanced analytical and issue resolution intelligence, problem solving is essential.
• Proficient with PC environments and related software, including Microsoft Office applications, especially advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficient use and analysis of computer models and development of dynamic spreadsheet applications.
• A strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis and the ability to link business strategy to performance and due diligence findings.
• The ability to conduct detailed analysis (using external information) on products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as report writing is required to serve clients.
• Ability to interface with team members and client personnel in demanding, deadline-driven situations.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple staff and projects in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn and adapt in an ever changing environment to meet client needs.
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
FTI Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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