Senior Associate - Corporate Restructuring

Overview

A financial advisory firm based in Irvine, California, specializing in complex corporate restructuring, litigation support, valuation, and forensic financial analysis, is seeking a Senior Associate to join their restructuring and litigation support practice. This role involves supporting senior professionals with complex financial analyses, modeling, and case support in distressed and contentious situations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze historical financial statements, cash flows, liquidity, and capital structures
• Assist in building and maintaining financial models, including forecasts, liquidity analyses, valuation models, and damages-related computations
• Prepare analyses assessing operating performance, trends, and key drivers impacting liquidity, valuation, and recoveries
• Support out-of-court workouts, debt restructurings, and Chapter 11 cases
• Perform financial due diligence and investigative analysis using incomplete or unorganized data
• Assist with litigation support engagements, including expert analysis and report preparation
• Synthesize financial findings into clear, well-supported analyses and presentations
• Manage assigned workstreams and deadlines under supervision
• Support special projects and firm initiatives as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; coursework in finance, accounting, economics, or related field preferred
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, accounting, restructuring, valuation, investment banking, consulting, or litigation support

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA candidacy or MBA is a plus
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with high attention to detail
• Solid foundation in financial statement analysis and financial modeling
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Capital IQ or similar financial data platforms preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and intellectual curiosity
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and professionalism

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $120,000 – $140,000
• Performance-based bonus
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (including options for fully paid employee-only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

Location

• Position based in Irvine, California
• Local candidates preferred; remote arrangements considered for highly self-sufficient candidates
• No relocation assistance provided