Senior Valuation Analyst
Connect Search, LLC - Chicago, IL
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About the FirmA long-tenured, Chicago-based private equity firm with a multi-decade track record of investing across a diverse range of industries. The role offers significant exposure across deal teams, Legal & Compliance, Business Development, and portfolio company CFOs.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the firm's quarterly valuation process, including preparing portfolio company valuations, maintaining key metrics, and producing quarterly valuation reports across the fund complexCoordinate with investment teams to develop a working view on portfolio company outlook, forecasts, and performanceMaintain valuation documentation, ensure compliance with valuation policies, and coordinate with auditors and third parties on valuation-specific issuesMaintain quarterly track records and support Business Development with reporting needs and limited partner information requestsAssist with internal performance reporting including flash reporting, GP reporting, fund performance forecasting, and ad hoc analysesPartner with Legal, Capital Markets, and Portfolio Resources teams on portfolio company data and reporting initiativesFacilitate portfolio company performance data collection through the firm's database (iLevel), interacting directly with portfolio company finance teamsSupport process improvement and automation initiatives, including AI-driven enhancements to data collection workflowsQualificationsBachelor's degree in finance or accounting~4+ years of relevant valuation experience "” ideally portfolio company / business valuation work from a top valuation advisory practice or public accounting valuation groupSound understanding of ASC 820 valuation requirements, methodologies, and financial statement analysis with the ability to formulate independent opinionsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary and annual performance-based bonus. Full benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) with match and annual profit-sharing contribution, competitive PTO, and monthly mobile phone allowance.
Created: 2026-05-16