Financial Analyst, US Financial Consulting Group

Financial Analyst/Associate

Financial Consulting Group – Based in Chicago 

Richter Consulting, Inc. (“RCI”) is a member of the Richter Group. RCI serves its clients with a multidisciplinary group of 6 partners and ~20 professionals. We work with US-based leverage lenders, private equity firms, and major banks regarding their portfolio companies/investments. Our clients call upon our experienced professionals to provide our expertise in Business Assessment, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reorganization/Profitability Improvement, Crisis Management, Transaction Advisory and Asset-Based Lending Diligence, among other services.

A Career with a High Rate of Return:
What’s in it for you?

• Experience in a specialized, highly regarded consulting practice;
• Exposure to sophisticated companies;
• A unique learning experience in 3-statement financial modeling, incorporating cash flow/liquidity;
• Insight into operational and corporate strategies, revenue drivers, profitability improvement, cost savings, KPI analysis, etc.;
• Draw upon your accounting/finance fundamentals and apply them to real-life situations;
• Contribute to a customized work product with tangible results and actionable recommendations;
• Participate in diverse engagements, with exposure to a variety of industries;
• Become a more well-rounded professional, developing soft and technical skills;
• Work directly with experienced Partners;
• Join a team committed to investing in your development.
• Occasional travel within the USA.

Position overview:

You will work within a multidisciplinary team of professionals on a variety of stimulating engagements (typically 6-7 weeks). Our deal teams of 3-4 professionals deliver consulting services involving companies in numerous industries (Consumer products, Pharma, Distribution, Services, Manufacturing, etc.) experiencing challenges arising from over-leverage, liquidity problems, under-performance, macroeconomic events, or other business transitional/operating issues.

A variety of arrangements are available which includes a hybrid work schedule.

What we are looking for:

• 1-5 years of relevant experience (CPA Audit, FP&A)
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint (Alteryx or Power Query/Pivot a plus);
• Strong aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analyses;
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a changing environment;
• Desire to develop new skills;
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and organizational skills;
• A positive and energetic attitude.