Business Analytics Associate

Financial Analyst
Northbrook - Onsite

Company Overview

Hilco Global, a subsidiary of ORIX Corporation USA, is a diversified financial services company that delivers integrated professional services and capital solutions that help clients maximize value and drive performance across the retail, commercial and industrial, real estate, manufacturing, brand and intellectual property sectors, and more. Hilco Global provides a range of customized solutions to healthy, stressed, and distressed companies to resolve complex situations and enhance long-term enterprise value. Hilco Global works to deliver the best possible result by aligning interests with clients and providing strategic advice and, in many instances, the capital required to complete the deal. Hilco Global is based in Northbrook, Illinois and has more than 850 professionals operating on four continents. Visit www.hilcoglobal.com.

Position Overview

The Business Analytics Associate will play a key role in building advanced financial models and analyzing inventory and/or asset values, expenses, and margins for companies navigating strategic changes. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role collaborates with senior financial professionals, legal counsel, turnaround and restructuring experts, private equity firms, banks, and other financial institutions to model large-scale, complex monetization and lending transactions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop financial investment and operating models for retail, wholesale, commercial industrial and other asset liquidations or dispositions for various major direct to consumer companies, distributors or commercial & industrial companies

• Perform inventory, asset, sales, margin, and expense analysis

• Collaborate with senior management to define the operating strategy for liquidations or dispositions incorporating strategic assumptions into the financial investment model

• Review supporting legal contracts to ensure the contract reflects the assumptions within the financial and operating model and to confirm that all corresponding exhibits are accurate

• Create cashflow statements as part of Financial Diligence process

• Assist in executing closing activities and preparation of various monthly and quarterly reporting schedules

• Support Portfolio Risk surveillance and special projects as needed

• Prepare and manage virtual data rooms and coordinate with Deal related parties

• Create ad-hoc analysis for special projects as the need arises

Critical Competencies for Success          

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis or a related accounting/finance role

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Microsoft Access is a plus

• Demonstrates behaviors and values aligned with our core values, including trust and transparency, individual ownership, collaborative disruption, and a relentless drive for results

• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, paired with sound judgment and intuitive problem-solving, to address complex business challenges

• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under tight time constraints while consistently meeting aggressive deadlines

• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management and external advisory professionals

Annual base salary gross: $90,000-110,000. The base salary range represents the estimated low and high end of Hilco’s salary for this position based on geography. Actual base salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role. The base pay is one component of Hilco’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include cash bonuses, long term incentives, health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement benefits.  

Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered on merits and without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, gender, veteran, or disability status.

Hilco Global strives to comply with all applicable local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, Hilco Global is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. https://hilcoglobal.com/careers-about/