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Armanino’s Valuation and Financial Modeling (“VFM”) Practice assists start-ups, private and public companies, estates, attorneys, as well as venture capital and private equity firms with business valuation, tangible asset, and custom financial modeling services.  Armanino’s VFM team has a track record of delivering industry leading expertise and value to clients across a wide range of industries and consulting assignments. 

We are seeking a Director of Business and Financial Modeling to lead and expand this sub-practice, working collaboratively to deliver outstanding client service while mentoring a team of rising professionals. We are looking to add to our wickedly smart team in the one of the following locations:  the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, or Irvine (California); Dallas or Austin (Texas); Seattle, (Washington); St. Louis (Missouri); Chicago (Illinois); Philadelphia (Pennsylvania); New York (New York); or Denver (Colorado). 

Job Responsibilities 

Practice Leadership

• Serve as a strategic leader, driving the growth and direction of the Business and Financial Modeling practice.

• Develop and execute a roadmap for service line expansion, identifying new service offerings and market opportunities.

• Own and monitor practice performance metrics such as revenue, utilization, profitability, billing, and A/R.

Client Delivery

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of complex financial models, including but not limited to:

  • Integrated operating models

  • Budgeting and forecasting tools (12-week cash flow, three-statement, long range plans)

  • Transaction models (M&A, buy-side/sell-side analyses)

  • Capital structure and scenario analyses

• Collaborate with clients and other Armanino practices to identify key value drivers, risks, and opportunities.

• Ensure client deliverables meet the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and insight.

Team Development

• Train, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of financial analysts and consultants.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and client-centric thinking.

• Actively participate in recruiting and retaining top talent.

Business Development

• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish and execute go-to-market strategies.

• Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including referral sources and strategic partners.

• Represent Armanino at industry events, conferences, and webinars to promote the practice and drive business development.

 Requirements 

 Technical Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).

• Minimum of 8 years in financial modeling, corporate finance, business valuation, or related advisory roles.

• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling tools (Excel, VBA, or related software) and familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).

• Deep knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax considerations, M&A strategy and execution, and valuation methodologies.

• Strong business acumen.

Leadership and Communication

• Proven ability to lead a practice area, including managing teams and achieving growth objectives.

• Exceptional client communication skills, including the ability to present complex analyses to executive audiences.

• A track record of resolving technical challenges and addressing client concerns effectively.

• Prior success in leading business development initiatives internally and externally and converting opportunities into long-term engagements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with private equity, venture capital, and corporate clients on complex financial transactions.

• Demonstrated success in another national public accounting or consulting firm delivering multidisciplinary projects.

• At least one relevant professional designation such as CFA, CPA, ASA, CEIV, or ABV is highly preferred.

“Armanino” is the brand name under which Armanino LLP, Armanino CPA LLP, and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP and Armanino CPA LLP are licensed independent CPA firms that provide attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. 

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    

Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.    

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition’s knowledge will result in termination of contract.   

Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. The compensation range for this position: $187,000-$264,500. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location.

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:   

• Medical, dental, vision  

• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time  

• Flexible work arrangements  

• 401K with Profit Sharing  

• Wellness program  

• Generous parental leave  

• 11 paid holidays  

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.    

For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance   

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