2027 Financial Analyst (Class of 2027), Fund Opinions - Chicago

Houlihan Lokey is a global investment bank providing strategic, financial, valuation, and advisory services. The Financial Analyst will support the Fund Opinions practice by conducting financial analysis, due diligence, research, valuation projects, financial modeling, presentation preparation, and client development activities.

What you'll do:

• Analyze and explain historical and projected financial information
• Perform business and financial due diligence
• Conduct industry, competitor, and sub-sector research
• Perform complex valuation projects utilizing methods including comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, and discounted cash flow analysis
• Build complex financial models in excel to assess cash flows of a company and/or value specific securities
• Prepare client/internal board review PowerPoint presentations supporting advice and opinions
• Participate in business development initiatives
• Support relationships with current and prospective client

What they're looking for:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
• An undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field, with a graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027
• Strong accounting, finance, financial modeling and analytical abilities
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity and a results-driven professional
• A very strong work ethic, organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and a good team player