Summer Analyst, Investment Banking, BDO Capital Advisors - Summer 2027 (Richmond)

BDO USA is a professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services, with BDO Capital Advisors serving as its middle-market investment banking affiliate. The Summer Analyst will support transaction-related services by building financial models, conducting valuation and industry analyses, preparing deal materials, and researching prospective clients while developing foundational investment banking skills.

What you'll do:

• Constructs financial models focusing on transaction valuation work through comparable company analysis, precedent transaction analysis, discounted cash flow analysis and other industry metrics
• Assists in the development and composition of appropriate written documentation including tailored pitch books, offering memoranda, company marketing collateral, management presentations, valuation reports, and other transaction materials
• Conducts quantitative and qualitative data and industry data analysis
• Contributes to deal sourcing efforts by researching new and prospective clients as well as their respective industries to help compile pitch books and/or internal memos
• Other duties as required

What they're looking for:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, required; focus in Finance or Accounting, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
• Understanding of basic accounting and valuation methodologies
• Completion of junior year of Bachelor's, preferred
• Leadership experience, preferred

Benefits:

• BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.
• A comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offering, subject to eligibility requirements.