Associate, Machinery & Equipment Valuation Advisory
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
At Stout were 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.
Impact Youll Make
Associates in Stouts Machinery & Equipment group support the valuation of machinery equipment and other tangible assets across a broad range of commercial and industrial environments. The role combines on-site inspections asset and market research data analysis valuation modeling and report preparation.
You will work closely with senior team members to develop foundational valuation skills while contributing to well-supported analyses for engagements involving personal property complex property and special income generating tangible assets.
What Youll Do
- Perform comprehensive financial industry and technical analyses to support valuation conclusions across a wide range of industries.
- Perform field inspections when required as part of a valuation project.
- Develop and document well-supported valuation analyses and reports for privately held and public corporations spanning numerous industries. Valuation analyses may be used for purposes including:
- Financial tax and regulatory requirements
- Allocation of purchase price
- Financing and capital restructuring
- Insurance reporting needs
- Long-lived asset impairment
- Property tax consulting
- Litigation support
- Various other purposes
- Participate in client or management meetings providing substantive input on valuation methodologies assumptions and conclusions.
- Prepare comprehensive deliverables and supporting analysis including presentations analysis packets and written narrative reports that are submitted for review by our senior level professionals and delivery to our clients.
- Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research streamline deliverable preparation and improve overall efficiency and insight.
What You Bring
- 2-5 years of relevant internship or professional experience
- 4-year degree in Finance Economics Engineering or other quantitative discipline
- Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 required
- Ability to travel
- Foundational understanding of financial theory economics accounting principles and financial statement analysis
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a general knowledge or interest in machinery and equipment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint; ability to build organized analyses and clearly document workpapers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize findings clearly and professionally
- High attention to detail strong organizational abilities and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions
- Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and respond effectively to feedback
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic intellectual curiosity and accountability for work quality
- Professional presence and ability to build productive relationships with clients colleagues and leadership
- Work toward ASA accreditation
- Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity research and analysis.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
How Youll Thrive
- Build strong professional relationships with clients colleagues and leadership.
- Ask thoughtful questions seek to understand the assets and businesses being analyzed and apply feedback to improve your work.
- Take responsibility for assigned analyses and deliverables communicate progress and issues promptly and meet established deadlines.
- Apply critical thinking and sound judgment when evaluating data research assumptions and valuation results.
- Display accountability and the ability to multi-task to achieve professional growth and long-term career goals.
- Embody Stouts core values by being Positive and Team-Oriented Accountable Committed Entrepreneurial Relationship-Focused Super-Responsive and a Great Communicator.
- Deliver Relentless Excellence through disciplined execution strong client service and a commitment to the quality of your work and the experience of your colleagues.
Why Stout
At Stout we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation benefits and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
We foster a culture of inclusion and respect embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.
We invest in professional growth through ongoing training mentorship employee resource groups and clear performance feedback ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.
Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.
Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.
Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements qualifications and merit without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability age protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local state or federal law.
Stout is required by applicable state and local laws 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 $74000.00 - $135000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - Experience:IC
About Company
A global advisory firm delivering clarity and confidence in high-stakes financial, operational, and strategic situations.