Vice President, Business Valuation Litigation - Valuation Advisory

Stout • Chicago, IL

1d • $87,000 - $195,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. Impact You’ll Make Lead or co-lead the execution of business valuation and litigation support engagements, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables. Perform and oversee valuation analyses of businesses, securities, and intangible assets in the context of family law, commercial litigation, and dispute matters. Develop and review complex financial models, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches. Analyze case materials, including financial records, testimony, and legal filings, to identify key issues and insights. Support and mentor Analysts and Associates, contributing to team development and a collaborative culture. Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of insightful, value-driven solutions. What You’ll Do Collaborate with engagement leaders to develop workplans, execute analyses, and manage project timelines. Conduct detailed financial analysis, including review of financial statements, tax returns, accounting records, and other relevant documents. Perform business valuation analyses using a variety of methodologies (income, market, and asset approaches). Conduct industry, economic, and company-specific research to support valuation conclusions and expert opinions. Prepare and review written reports, expert reports, and client deliverables, including presentations and graphical exhibits. Participate in client meetings, due diligence discussions, and litigation-related proceedings (e.g., mediation, arbitration, trial support). What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. 4–8+ years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation consulting, forensic accounting, or related disciplines. Experience with complex financial disputes, including business valuation, economic damages, or forensic accounting analyses. Strong understanding of financial theory, valuation methodologies, and accounting principles. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with financial modeling and data analysis tools required. Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or valuation credentials (e.g., ASA, ABV) preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and defend analytical conclusions. How You’ll Thrive Thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing client demands and deadlines. Demonstrate strong organizational and project management skills across multiple engagements. Take initiative with an entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Collaborate effectively with team members and leaders while embodying Stout’s core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and Great Communicators. Maintain a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence®. Contribute to a hybrid/remote work environment with accountability and flexibility. 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. https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits 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. 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 $87,000.00 - $195,000.00 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. At Stout, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of expertise, you'll find the challenges, collaboration, and support that fuel real growth. We invest in our people because we know that exceptional client service starts with how we take care of our own. We reward outstanding performance, encourage continuous learning, and foster a culture where different perspectives strengthen our work and our team. Additional Information Benefits Who We Are Firm Culture and History Stout is committed to providing an alternative way to express your interest in our job opportunities if a disability inhibits you from applying online. Please call us at 248-208-8800 to communicate that you are utilizing this accommodation to express interest in a specific open position. Please reference the job code to help us process your request. Please understand that this option is only available to those in need of an accommodation related to a disability. All other requests regarding status of an application or a resume will not be provided by the use of this phone number.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 4–8+ years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation consulting, forensic accounting, or related disciplines.
• Experience with complex financial disputes, including business valuation, economic damages, or forensic accounting analyses.
• Strong understanding of financial theory, valuation methodologies, and accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with financial modeling and data analysis tools required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and defend analytical conclusions.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or valuation credentials (e.g., ASA, ABV) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead the execution of business valuation and litigation support engagements, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Perform and oversee valuation analyses of businesses, securities, and intangible assets in the context of family law, commercial litigation, and dispute matters.
• Develop and review complex financial models, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches.
• Analyze case materials, including financial records, testimony, and legal filings, to identify key issues and insights.
• Support and mentor Analysts and Associates, contributing to team development and a collaborative culture.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of insightful, value-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with engagement leaders to develop workplans, execute analyses, and manage project timelines.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including review of financial statements, tax returns, accounting records, and other relevant documents.
• Perform business valuation analyses using a variety of methodologies (income, market, and asset approaches).
• Conduct industry, economic, and company-specific research to support valuation conclusions and expert opinions.
• Prepare and review written reports, expert reports, and client deliverables, including presentations and graphical exhibits.
• Participate in client meetings, due diligence discussions, and litigation-related proceedings (e.g., mediation, arbitration, trial support).

Benefits

• comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life
• foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success
• 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
• flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees