Analyst, Business Valuation & Litigation Support (Arlington, VA)

Analyst

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.

Stout's Valuation Advisory professionals help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to complex financial and valuation matters. As part of our Business Valuation and Litigation Support Group, you will contribute to important engagements spanning disputes, transactions, and financial analysis across a wide range of industries - including family law and marital dissolution matters, where Stout operates one of the largest and most experienced practices in the country.

As an Analyst, you will work closely with senior team members to develop foundational valuation, financial analysis, and litigation support skills while contributing to well-supported analyses for engagements that may ultimately be used in mediation, arbitration, or trial settings. This role offers meaningful exposure to complex financial disputes, including commercial litigation and marital dissolution matters involving closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and sophisticated financial structures.

What You'll Do

• Assist with business and entity valuations using accepted methodologies, including discounted cash flow analyses, capitalization of earnings, and market-based approaches under the guidance of senior team members
• Support analyses related to merger and acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations, stock option valuations, carried interest, deferred compensation, and other financial instruments in the context of marital dissolution and related matters
• Assist in the valuation of closely held businesses, partnerships, and professional practices, including research and analysis related to personal versus enterprise goodwill
• Conduct company, industry, economic, and market research to support valuation assumptions and conclusions
• Compile, organize, and analyze financial statements, tax returns, transaction data, and other supporting documentation for valuation and litigation support engagements
• Support income analysis, financial tracing, and separate versus marital/community property tracing assignments in litigation contexts
• Assist with forensic accounting analyses, including cash flow and lifestyle analysis, identification of potential unreported income or hidden assets, and review of asset dissipation or fraudulent transfer indicators
• Prepare schedules, exhibits, workpapers, and draft report sections for review by senior team members
• Participate in selected client, counsel, and diligence meetings, as appropriate, and collaborate with team members to manage workstreams, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate, well-organized work

What You Bring

• 0-2 years of relevant experience in business valuation, litigation support, forensic accounting, transaction advisory, audit, or a related field; internship experience is valued
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• Foundational understanding of financial theory, economics, accounting principles, and financial statement analysis
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a genuine interest in business valuation, forensic accounting, and financial disputes
• 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 colleagues, clients, counsel, and internal teams
• Coursework, internship, or project experience involving valuation, forensic accounting, financial modeling, economic damages, fraud analysis, or family law matters is preferred but not required
• Progress toward professional certifications such as ABV, CVA, CPA, CFA, or CFE is encouraged but not required

How You'll Thrive

• Bring a positive, team-oriented mindset and contribute to a collaborative work environment
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, clients, family law attorneys, and leadership over time
• Approach problem-solving with curiosity, creativity, and a desire to learn the fundamentals of valuation and litigation support
• Take ownership of assigned work and deliver high-quality results with precision and care
• Communicate clearly, ask effective questions, and incorporate feedback to support team and client objectives
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and a genuine willingness to develop technical, analytical, and client-service skills

Work Environment

• This role operates in a hybrid to remote environment, depending on team and client needs.

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.

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 $60,000.00 - $130,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here.