Vice President

Prairie Capital Advisors • Full-time • Chicago, IL, US • 6h ago

Prairie Capital Advisors is an employee-owned financial advisory firm that specializes in creating and executing ownership transition strategies for middle-market companies nationwide. Our core values—Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Passion—form the foundation of our business. As an employee-owned firm, cultural fit is extremely important to us. Many companies talk about their culture – but we believe a truly special environment is formed when you build successful people around you. When you are passionate about your work and those you work with, it shows.

Since our founding in 1996, we have led hundreds of sales, mergers, acquisitions, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (“ESOPs”), and financing transactions for our clients. Through our services, we maintain a nationally recognized level of expertise, backed by deep transaction experience, proactive thought leadership, and ongoing market research. Find out more at www.prairiecap.com.

Job Description

Our ESOP Valuation and Opinions practice is nationally recognized for its depth of expertise, analytical approach, and thought leadership. We are currently seeking a Vice President to join us in our Chicago, IL (Loop) office. Vice Presidents are responsible for providing thought leadership and managing a portfolio of client relationships, engagements and project teams. Our employee-owners enjoy a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

What You Will Be Doing

Leading valuation and advisory projects (Opinions and Consultancy)
Manage valuation engagements to support the ESOP Valuation practice, providing oversight of associate and analyst staff
Responsible for valuation analysis and client work product accuracy and integrity
Significant time spent coaching, training and overseeing analysts and associates
Lead client and partner meetings, presenting deliverables and justifying analysis to clients, boards, shareholders and trustees
Participate in ESOP industry events and conferences, including presentations, webinars, relationship management, and/or business development.
Operational efficiency in keeping internal reporting systems up to date (Sage Intacct, Salesforce)

What do we look for in candidates?

Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting/economics; MBA or relevant advanced degree or certification (CPA, CFA) preferred.
Six – Ten years of previous experience developing financial models, managing valuation engagements, transactions involving stock ownership and other financial advisory projects
Deep understanding and application of valuation theory and corporate finance
Ability to present complex analysis and/or communicate difficult messaging to project teams, clients, boards, shareholders and trustees
Independently lead projects
Ability to lead and mentor staff
Highly effective communication, analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Salary Range: $125,000 - $220,000, with additional discretionary bonus

Benefits Statement

At Prairie Capital Advisors, we believe in fostering a supportive and enriching environment that promotes the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you live a happy and healthy life inside and outside the office. Our benefits include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to meet your healthcare needs. We currently offer three different Medical plans to choose from (one PPO plan and two different HDHP with an option of contributing towards an HSA). We also offer one dental and one vision plan.
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Financial protection in case of unexpected health issues.
Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Generous Sick and Vacation Time: Ample time to rest, recharge, and spend with family and friends.
Paid Parental Leave: Support for you to bond with your new child.
Generous compensation: on top of base compensation there is also a discretionary bonus that is given based on performance
Retirement benefits: company support towards your 401K and ESOP contributions that are made in your name.

At Prairie Capital Advisors, we are committed to ensuring our employees' well-being and work-life balance. Join us and experience a workplace that values your health and happiness.

EEO Statement

Prairie Capital Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

E-Verify Statement

Prairie Capital Advisors participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

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