Senior Associate (Financial Restructuring)

Company Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm providing technical, scientific, and financial expertise. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high-stakes events demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, and clear-cut analysis. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services enabling clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.  We have over 100 locations worldwide. We are highly committed to all members of our community, both employees and clients. Our organization focuses on promoting a sense of community and inspiring our people to achieve results that exceed goals.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate to support and shape our project initiatives in San Diego. This role combines strategic involvement with hands-on tasks in real estate, operations, and financial consulting. The role offers a unique opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks, ranging from low-to-mid-level responsibilities to higher-level strategic initiatives within our firm. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding or quick ability to grasp our work, with a background in real estate operations or finance preferred. Travel could include up to 40% on-site at client engagements, requiring hands-on operational oversight.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in real estate, operational, project management, and financial analysis.
• Develop and implement financial models and cash flow forecasts.
• Support restructuring, turnaround, wind-down processes, and sell-side M&A activities.
• Prepare operational assessment reports, court reporting, and client presentations.
• Conduct due diligence for transactions and provide strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior management and client stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Manage deadlines and deliverables across multiple projects and industries.
• Identify and drive process improvements and operational excellence.
• Maintain focus on project timelines, deliverables, and budget management.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal processes and procedures.
• Demonstrate proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and maintain credibility in all interactions.

Qualifications

The desired candidate will possess the following professional abilities and work experience:

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, audit, Big 4 accounting, banking, finance, distressed asset consulting or restructuring, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor junior team members.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Proven track record in supporting complex projects and delivering superior results.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as required by client engagements.
• Experience in corporate finance, banking, consulting, or accounting preferred.
• CPA, CFA, CTP, and CIRA credentials are a plus.
• Should be motivated, demonstrate a high degree of energy, and be a self-starter; someone who is enthusiastic, proactive, and who takes initiative to get the job done.
• Must have the ability to multi-task, often in a time-pressured urgent environment.
• Excellent financial, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Excellent project management skills and proven capabilities to support project teams.
• Highest ethical standards and credibility. Someone who demonstrates exceptional business judgment and character traits.
• Ability to independently develop and write superior quality work product with limited oversight.
• Ability to work both independently, as well as a team member.
• Must be willing to travel as warranted by client service requirements.

Additional Information

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be able to sit for long period of time
• Must be comfortable to work in a remote and/or hybrid environment
• Must be flexible to work outside of the 8:30am – 5:30pm business hours if needed
• Must be flexible to travel 

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Generous FTO Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

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