What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Investment Banking position at Prairie Capital Advisors?
Prairie Capital
Advisors, Inc. is an employee-owned company that offers investment banking,
ESOP advisory and valuation services to support the growth and ownership
transition strategies of middle-market organizations. Our core values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Passion are the foundation of our
business.As an employee-owned firm,
cultural fit is extremely important to us. Many companies talk about their
culture – but we believe a truly special environment is formed when you build
successful people around you.When you
are passionate about what you do and those around you, it shows.
Our
employee-owners enjoy a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
where they are given as much responsibility as their experience and
capabilities permit.We are currently seeking
an Associate to join our investment banking team in our Chicago Loop or Oakbrook Terrace, IL offices.
Team members are expected to be active contributors during each phase of the deal
process and key non-transactional project work.
What
you will be doing:
- Performing valuation and financial modeling tasks based on client needs,
including leveraged buyout, discounted cash flow, comparable public company,
and precedent transaction analyses
- Preparing correspondence, marketing information, and presentations for
senior professionals
- Drafting, editing, and organizing client pitches, offering materials,
and management presentations
- Researching and compiling market data relating to prior or future
transactions
- Performing other duties and special projects as assigned
Position
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and two years of sell-side M&A experience
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving
capabilities
- Ability to communicate directly with senior level management, board
members, and shareholders
- Proficiency in managing multiple project-oriented tasks effectively and
in a timely manner
- Ability to function equally well in both a team setting and on a
self-directed basis
- Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong work ethic and personal integrity, with the willingness to work
long hours and travel as needed
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without
requiring sponsorship now or in the future