Valuation & Capital Market Analysis Associate - Fixed Asset - Fall 2024 (Chicago)

Job Summary:

The Valuation & Capital Market Analysis Associate - Fixed Assets is responsible for utilizing previously obtained educational background, along with established organizational and project management skills to successfully service clients of the Valuation & Capital Market Analysis group. In this role, the Associate will work within a team environment to actively assist in the analysis and resolution of client matters while taking direction and receiving guidance from experienced staff and management members. The Associate will be involved in all stages of client management including identification of potential valuation issues, construction of valuation modeling and completion of industry and client research, along with conduction of on-site inspections.

Job Duties:

• Assists in the performance of well-documented valuation analyses and reports for clients in numerous industries
• Supports the development of valuation models in Excel and reports in Word for various types of machinery and equipment (personal property) assets
• Performs market and economic research on various equipment types and industries
• Assists with on-site inspections at client locations to observe personal property and assist in data collection
• Intermediate travel required
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, required; with a focus in Engineering, Accounting, or a technical degree from an accredited college/university, preferred

Experience:

• Prior experience (internship or work study) in valuation, finance, or engineering, preferred
• Manufacturing/ machinery and equipment experience, preferred

License/Certifications:

• N/A

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and solid analytical skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze and organize high volumes of data
• Accountability and successful multi-tasking ability
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $65,000 - $82,000
Colorado Range: $56,000 - $66,000
New York City/ Valhalla Range: $72,000 - $78,000
Washington Range: $65,000 - $82,000

At BDO, our purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes — for our people, our clients and our communities. Across the U.S., and in over 160 countries through our global organization, BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients.