Financial Analyst, ABL Consulting Group

Analyst Consultant - ABL Consulting Group

Richter Consulting, Inc. ("RCI") is a member of the Richter Group. RCI serves its clients with a multidisciplinary group of 6 partners and ~20 professionals. We work with US-based leverage lenders, private equity firms, and major banks regarding their portfolio companies/investments. Our clients call upon our experienced professionals to provide our expertise in Asset-Based Lending Diligence, as well as Business Assessment, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reorganization/Profitability Improvement, Crisis Management, and Transaction Advisory, among other services.

A Career With a High Rate Of Return

What's in it for you?

• Experience in a specialized, highly-regarded consulting practice;
• Exposure to sophisticated companies within a variety of industries;
• Contribute to a customized work product with tangible results and actionable recommendations;
• Become a more well-rounded professional, developing soft and technical skills;
• Work directly with experienced Partners;
• Join a dynamic team committed to investing in your development;
• Opportunity to travel periodically to large cities across the United States;
• Competitive performance bonus;
• Competitive group benefits which include group insurance, health spending account, savings plans, and employer contribution matching;

Position Overview

Richter Consulting is looking to hire an experienced professional at the analyst level in their Asset Based Lending diligence practice. Our engagements are primarily carried out in US cities and involve a risk-based approach to collateral reviews for leading US financial institutions and are often utilized for refinancings and turnaround strategies. Our deal teams of 3-4 professionals deliver asset-based lending consultation services involving companies in numerous industries (Consumer Products, Retail, Manufacturing, Distribution, Services, etc.). In this position you'll be tasked with:

• Assisting in the preparation of borrowing base reports, outlining collateral sources and associated ineligibles and reserves;
• Evaluating collateral, including inventory and accounts receivables, through comprehensive analysis and discussions with management.
• Assessing key financial, operational, and lender risks.
• Providing insights to lenders on critical liquidity issues, profitability, forecasts, and other business concerns.
• Understanding the company's controls and processes as part of a comprehensive risk assessment.

Must Haves

• 2-5 years of relevant experience (CPA)
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and organizational skills;
• Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analyses;
• Ability to rapidly identify key issues and make recommendations;
• Superior financial analysis skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint;
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Power BI, Microsoft Access, Alteryx and IDEA) an asset;
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work autonomously;
• Some US travel required (~15%)

What We Are Looking For

• Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analyses and ability to link findings to strategy;
• Review and analysis of financial data and trends relating to the collateral and the borrower's business;
• Assessments of collateral borrowing base;
• Evaluation of financial reporting systems;
• Regular communications with lenders through written reports and exit interviews;
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment among driven professionals;
• Occasional involvement in other engagements such as business assessments, liquidity reviews, operational/profitability improvements, corporate finance, and due diligence.

Your application

We are excited to meet motivated professionals who are looking for career growth in a mid-sized family minded firm and have a strong background in building and fostering relationships.

Sounds like you? Apply today!