At Huron Consulting Group, we collaborate with clients to drive strategic growth and accelerate transformation. Our Performance Acceleration practice is seeking an Associate – Private Equity Performance Acceleration to provide analytical and execution support for private equity clients and portfolio companies on commercial diligence, financial analysis, and value-creation initiatives.
What You'll Do
- Support commercial, operational, and financial due diligence efforts for private equity clients, synthesizing market, customer, and competitive data into actionable insights.
- Build, maintain, and stress-test comprehensive financial models, including three-statement models, scenario analysis, and valuation work.
- Conduct detailed analyses of historical and projected financial performance, profitability, working capital, and cash flow drivers.
- Contribute to client deliverables, including presentations, investment memos, executive briefings, and performance improvement roadmaps.
- Partner with senior team members to identify value creation opportunities and monitor program execution, such as cost optimization and revenue enhancement.
- Communicate findings clearly to internal teams and clients, translating complex quantitative analysis into compelling narratives.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate development, strategy consulting, or a related analytical role.
- Strong financial modeling skills and proficiency with Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize data, think critically, and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively in team settings.
- Interest in private equity, portfolio value creation frameworks, and business transformation.
Nice to Have
- Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as an MBA or CFA.
- Experience with data analytics tools.
Technical Stack
- Excel
Team & Environment
You will work closely with engagement teams and senior team members.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Other wellness programs
- Annual incentive compensation program
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates in the contiguous 48 states.
Huron Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer.
