Valuation Analyst

Description

A Top 100 Firm, Brown Edwards provides assurance, tax and business advisory services to a diverse clientele. With a firm-wide staff of approximately 450 professionals, our accounting firm is one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Virginia / West Virginia / Tennessee region. We support individuals and businesses ranging from small companies to large corporations. Our success is directly attributable to an unyielding commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work.

Core Values: Integrity : Community : Respect : Excellence : Transformative

We are seeking a Valuation Analyst to join our team!

As a Valuation Analyst, you’ll support the delivery of valuation and financial analysis services that help clients make informed business decisions. This role provides the opportunity to develop technical valuation skills while working alongside experienced valuation professionals in a collaborative, client-focused advisory environment. Valuation Analysts contribute to engagements used for financial reporting, tax, and strategic planning purposes.

What your day looks like:

• Assists with financial and valuation analyses for a variety of purposes including mergers and acquisitions, financial reporting, estate and gift tax, ESOPs, and litigation support.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets financial data, industry research, and market trends to support valuation conclusions.
• Develops and maintains valuation models, schedules, and supporting documentation using accepted valuation methodologies and standards.
• Conducts research into industry, market, and economic factors relevant to valuation engagements.
• Prepares supporting documentation and assists in drafting valuation reports, memoranda, and presentations.
• Reviews and organizes workpapers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm standards.
• Collaborates with Senior Valuation Analysts, managers, and partners to support timely completion of engagements.
• Maintains awareness of current valuation and accounting standards (GAAP, GAAS, IFRS, ASC 805 & 820).
• May participate in proposals, client meetings, and other business development activities as appropriate for level.
  
  

What you need for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of valuation, finance, accounting, or related experience; public accounting background a plus.
• Interest in or progress toward professional designations (CFA, ABV, ASA, CVA) preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Exposure to financial modeling, data analysis, or valuation concepts preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willingness to stay up to date through continuing professional education.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional client service..
  
  

What you can expect from us:

• Full benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA options, STD/LTD, Firm-paid Life Insurance, and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident coverages.
• 401K Profit Sharing Plan with Pre-tax and Roth deferral options and employer match.
• Competitive compensation and annual merit considerations.
• Annual and engagement-based performance assessments.
• Firm-wide Peer Recognition and Rewards platform to support our culture of year-round positive feedback and communication.
• Flexible working options with generous PTO.
• “Dress for Your Day” policy.
• Whether you aspire to pass the CPA exam or pursue an additional designation, we offer educational support and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs to help you achieve your goals!
• Participation in professional and civic organizations is encouraged! Brown Edwards is proud to be deeply involved in many charitable organizations that give back to our communities. We even offer reimbursements for some membership dues.
• Collaborative work groups or “niches” provide opportunity to work closely with Partners and Directors, allowing you to learn, grow, and build your career.
  
  

Brown Edwards provides equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.