Analyst, Transaction Advisory Services at Kroll in New York, NY

Summary: Kroll is a global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions with a nearly century-long legacy. They are seeking an Analyst for their Transaction Advisory Services practice, which involves providing analytical advisory throughout the deal continuum. The role includes preparing analytical schedules, researching technical accounting topics, and analyzing business cycles and financial trends. Responsibilities: - Preparing analytical schedules to be used in discussions with Management of target companies - Identifying transaction focus areas based on preliminary analysis - Researching technical accounting topics for contemplated transactions - Researching public industry and competitor information relevant to the target company - Analyzing cyclicality of target’s business and working capital trends - Investigating contingent liabilities, off-balance sheet items and related party transactions - Analyzing quality of earnings and non-recurring items - Reviewing target company's accounting policies for proper application of GAAP - Participating in discussions held with Management - Contributing to the report-writing process Required Qualifications: - Bachelor or Master of Science/Business Administration in Accounting from an accredited college or university - Minimum of 1 year related accounting or finance work experience - Public accounting experience - CPA or CPA eligible - Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills - Demonstrated leadership experience and strong personal integrity - Ability to master new tasks quickly - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with focus on Word and Excel - Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage rapidly changing assignments in a team environment - Demonstrated commitment to obtaining outstanding results - Flexibility to travel, as needed - Excellent written and verbal communication skills that help represent diverse communities - Experience working with diverse teams Required Skills: Accounting, Finance, Public accounting, CPA, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, GAAP Benefits: World-class training, Outstanding benefits, Strong career progression, Competitive salaries, Relocation assistance when applicable