University Associate, Disputes & Economics (Valuation & Transaction Disputes)
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Location: Chicago, IL
Time Type: Full Time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R103619
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.
This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics Business Group - one of seven practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm.
Practice Summary:
The Valuation and Transaction Disputes practice is a group of accountants and financial analysts that use their valuation and accounting skills to help resolve complex disputes and advise companies on complex transactions. Each project is a collaborative combination of team members who focus not only on complex problem solving but promoting a supportive environment full of challenging tasks and learning opportunities. Most projects begin with a blank slate after which the team designs creative and efficient approaches depending upon the specific facts and circumstances. The group’s clients are broad, spanning from Fortune 100 corporations to privately held partnerships, and projects can last from several weeks to several years.
Position Summary:
As an Associate, working as part of a project team, you will perform critical, value-added solutions to help clients address complex valuation, accounting, and finance matters. Responsibilities may include developing valuation and/or accounting analyses, conducting research, preparing reports that synthesize complex analyses, interacting with clients, and providing excellent client service.
Basic Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in accounting, finance, economics, or a Masters of Accounting with an expected graduation date between December 2025 to June 2026.
- Preference: Goal of obtaining Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or valuation credentials.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or better.
- Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship (now or in the future).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Creative problem-solving ability and a collaborative, consultancy mindset.
- Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize tasks.
- Highly motivated, driven, and dynamic attitude towards work and career.
- Ability to excel within a team environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; working knowledge of Microsoft Access.
- Ability to learn or already possess skills related to valuation and accounting.
- Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.
Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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