What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Capital position at Gordon Brothers Group LLC.?
Description
Gordon Brothers, a global leader in asset-based investments and advisory services, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate to join our Capital Group. In this role, you will play a key part in evaluating credit risk and supporting investment decisions by analyzing financial data, assessing asset values, and conducting diligence across a variety of industries, including retail, consumer products, and industrial sectors. You’ll work closely with senior team members to develop insights that drive sound underwriting decisions and ensure the success of our capital deployment strategies.
If you’re analytical, curious, and thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment, this opportunity offers exposure to a wide range of industries and asset classes, making it an ideal environment to grow and refine your financial acumen.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth diligence and gather relevant data to verify the accuracy and completeness of information provided by potential borrowers.
- Utilize established methodologies, models, and templates to evaluate financial information with guidance from senior team members
- Research market trends and industry dynamics in sectors such as retail, consumer products, and industrial markets to assess risk factors and support underwriting decisions.
- Identify and analyze key operational and financial performance indicators to assess asset values and overall credit risk.
- Perform detailed company and industry analyses, focusing on financial metrics such as inventory productivity, gross margin, operating expenses, and cash flow.
- Analyze balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Assist in assessing credit risk during underwriting and contribute insights to investment decision-making.
- Prepare comprehensive credit approval memos and presentation materials that highlight key findings and support well-reasoned investment decisions.
- Collaborate with senior team members to ensure accuracy, clarity, and relevance in all documentation.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Develop a strong understanding of industry nuances and asset values to refine risk assessments over time.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of relevant analytical experience, preferably within a deal-driven, private equity, credit, or asset-based lending environment.
- Experience in a fast-paced, complex capital investment or risk assessment environment is highly desirable.
- Strong expertise in MS Excel and MS Word, with the ability to develop models, perform financial analysis, and create well-structured presentations.
- Proven ability to analyze financial statements, assess credit risk, and apply sound judgment in complex deal environments.
- Solid understanding of financial statement analysis, asset valuation methodologies, and key performance indicators relevant to asset-based lending and capital investments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Gordon Brothers offers a very competitive total compensation package, including base salary and bonus plan, health insurance, dental benefits, a generous 401(k) match, time off benefits, and more.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Human Resources department if you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation with any part the application process. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Human Resources department if you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation with any part the application process. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Gordon Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
