Vice President, Business Valuation

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do - we call it Relentless Excellence . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Impact You'll Make:

Stout's Valuation Advisory professionals in Dallas help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to complex valuation matters. As part of one of the largest independent valuation practices in the country, our Dallas team provides specialized experience across a broad spectrum of industries, asset classes, and geographies, serving a dynamic and growing market in Texas and beyond.

Vice Presidents will work on a variety of assignments, including the valuation of private debt and equity portfolios, complex securities, and strategic initiatives supporting Stout's continued expansion. This professional will manage a team responsible for producing valuation analyses and maintaining strong client relationships.

What You'll Do:

• Apply core valuation expertise, including:
  ASC 805 Purchase Price Allocation; ASC 350/360 Goodwill Impairment; IRC 409A stock-based compensation; ASC 718 expense reporting; and potentially complex securities

• Perform corporate, fund, and asset valuations using methodologies such as discounted cash flow analysis, capitalization of earnings, comparable company analysis, M&A transactions, purchase price allocations, goodwill impairment testing, stock option analysis, and valuation of illiquid debt investments

• Lead the preparation and review of valuation reports and presentation materials

• Develop client relationships and participate in due diligence meetings

• Provide valuation services for management planning and shareholder disputes

• Conduct and oversee company, industry, and economic research

• Analyze macroeconomic and industry-specific trends

• Support recruiting, hiring, and training of Interns, Analysts, and Associates

• Deliver comprehensive valuation services to support financial reporting, tax, and regulatory needs for investment funds and corporate clients

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, financial engineering, mathematics, or a related quantitative field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in business valuation

• Experience with purchase price allocations, impairment testing, financial reporting valuations, estate and gift tax valuations, transaction opinions, and corporate tax valuations preferred

• Strong understanding of financial models and valuation methodologies

• Professional certifications such as CFA, ASA, CPA, or CEIV preferred

• Experience valuing private debt, equity, asset-based finance, and complex financial instruments

• Solid foundation in economics, financial theory, and accounting principles

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Python, Tableau, or Power BI is a plus

• Strong relationship-building skills with clients and internal teams

• Team-oriented mindset with a positive and proactive attitude

• Creative problem-solving abilities

• Professional presence with strong attention to detail

• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mindset

How You'll Thrive:

• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment that drives shared success

• Demonstrate accountability through consistent delivery of high-quality work

• Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and commitment to excellence

• Build trusted relationships through strong interpersonal skills

• Communicate clearly and responsively with stakeholders

• Apply intellectual curiosity and attention to detail in solving complex problems

• Use advanced analytical and quantitative skills to generate actionable insights

• Leverage knowledge of transaction processes to support successful outcomes

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.