Financial Analyst
EarnestSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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N/AIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s level education required
- 1 year professional services experience required
- Direct Transaction Advisory experience preferred
- Strong accounting and financial diligence knowledge
- CPA preferred
- Excellent proficiency in Excel including experience working with and reconciling trial balances, experience with pivot tables, Power Pivot, Power Query, lookup formulas, index/match formulas, etc and building schedules and trending analyses
- Ability and desire to work with large financial data sets to construct analysis, identify trends and collate topics for discussion
- Strong PowerPoint and business writing skills, including writing up details of companies’ operations, performance drivers and trends
- Demonstrates appetite for technical knowledge of principles, theory and practice, and an ability to apply these appropriately
- Thirst for knowledge across multiple industries, and ability to incorporate knowledge gained into tasks and assignments
- Demonstrates ability to apply learnings from one transaction to the next, implementing new skills and techniques
- Plans and presents well-organized work product
- Delivers high quality work under pressure
- Seeks to improve skills through self-development
- Acts as a team player with peers as well as engagement teams or department
Responsibilities
- Participate in buy-side and sell-side transaction engagements with corporate entities, investment bankers, private equity firms and strategic corporate buyers
- Assist in preparing for, and participate in, discussions with company management, and buyer/seller advisors
- Prepare/review Excel databooks and supporting schedules to support discussions with clients and company management
- Collate information to support adjustments to company earnings, identify trends and stimulate conversation leading to potential earnings adjustments
- Work with offshore team to provide guidance on analyses required, how to interpret client data, and to navigate roadblocks encountered
- Prepare operating and financial metrics including graphs, charts for discussion highlighting trends, areas of concern, etc
- Monitor and track fulfilment of data requests from clients, and take appropriate steps to incorporate such data into the Quality of Earnings process
- Assist in preparing recasted financial statements including earnings and working capital to present the company’s adjusted operating performance and needs
- Identify and conduct appropriate validation procedures around key financial statement items
- Document work completed by preparing write ups and easily to follow methodology and documentation, taking into account possible alternatives and specific client circumstances
- Seeks out basic client industry understanding and applies context when reviewing information and preparing for client discussions
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What qualifications are required for the Transaction Advisory Services Experienced Associate role?
A Bachelor’s degree is required along with 1 year of professional services experience. Direct Transaction Advisory experience is preferred, strong accounting and financial diligence knowledge is needed, and CPA is preferred with excellent proficiency in Excel.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are GHJ's core values and company culture like?
GHJ is committed to core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts, and Bold Actions, emphasizing collaboration as the foundation for success, personalized service, long-term client relationships, and strategic objectives focused on financial, client, and people success.
What makes a strong candidate for this TAS Experienced Associate role?
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, at least 1 year of professional services experience, direct Transaction Advisory background, CPA certification, strong accounting knowledge, and excellent Excel proficiency will stand out.
GHJ
Accounting and advisory services for nonprofits
About GHJ
GHJ provides accounting and advisory services tailored to nonprofit organizations, food and beverage companies, entertainment and media businesses, and health and wellness sectors. The firm focuses on building strong relationships with clients to support their growth and success. GHJ's services include audit, tax, and advisory, and they leverage their affiliation with HLB International to connect clients with a global network of accounting professionals in over 158 countries. This extensive network allows GHJ to offer clients access to resources and expertise from top firms worldwide. GHJ differentiates itself from competitors through its commitment to personalized service and its recognition as a top workplace, having received multiple awards for employee satisfaction. The firm's goal is to empower clients and its employees to thrive and create a better future.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1953Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Consulting, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget
Risks
Emerging boutique firms in Los Angeles increase competition.
AI-driven software reduces demand for traditional accounting services.
Nonprofit tax regulation changes require rapid adaptation.
Differentiation
GHJ specializes in nonprofit, entertainment, and health and wellness sectors.
Affiliation with HLB International provides global reach and resources.
Recognized as a top-20 largest accounting firm in Los Angeles.
Upsides
Growing demand for ESG reporting creates new service opportunities.
Remote work trend boosts demand for virtual CFO services.
AI integration enhances efficiency and value-added services.
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