Associate, Valuation & Strategic Analysis

PSG is a growth equity firm that partners with software and technology-enabled services companies to help them navigate transformational growth, capitalize on strategic opportunities, and build strong teams. Having backed more than 140 companies and facilitated over 500 add-on acquisitions, we bring extensive investment experience, deep expertise in software and technology, and a firm commitment to collaborating with management teams. Founded in 2014, PSG has since raised over $20 billion in capital and operates out of offices in Boston, Kansas City, London, Paris, Madrid, and Tel-Aviv.

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Position Overview

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and motivated finance professional to join PSG as an Associate on the Valuation and Strategic Analysis (VSA) team. As a member of the VSA team, one of your primary responsibilities will be to assist with the quarterly valuation of PSG’s portfolio companies, in accordance with ASC 820. You will also have the opportunity to work with many other teams across the firm, assisting with projects such as portfolio monitoring, fund performance analysis, ad hoc LP requests, fundraising, and benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with valuation analysis on a wide range of public and private entities within various industries using accepted and relevant approaches and theory
• Preparing valuation-related materials for financial reporting and fundraising purposes
• Performing in-depth industry and market research
• Working in conjunction with deal teams to gather financial information data pertinent to the portfolio companies
• Responding to investor and due diligence requests
• Creating ad hoc reports for various departments throughout the firm
• Assisting in preparing and presenting the results of each analysis in a clear and concise manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• CFA, MBA or other advanced degree encouraged not required
• 1 – 2 years’ experience, preferably in a valuation role
• Strong analytical, comprehension and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with OPM / contingent claims analyses is a plus
• Ability to master new tasks quickly
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage rapidly changing assignments in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding results
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience coordinating with various teams in investment management (e.g. tax, accounting, compliance, etc.)

Benefits And Perks

At PSG, we are committed to providing excellent benefits that show our deep appreciation for the hard work of our team. Our current benefits offerings include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid for 100% by PSG
• Retirement savings plan with PSG match contribution and discretionary profit sharing
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance policies
• Flexible spending accounts for health, commuting, and dependent care
• Competitive paid vacation and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Partnership with Maven for family planning and parenthood support, support including fertility & family building, maternity & newborn care, and parenting & pediatrics
• Personal training sessions with our Director of Health & Fitness
• Beautiful office space in the Fenway area with a state-of-the-art gym
• Lunch 3x/week, snacks, coffee, and other beverages available to all employees

PSG Equity L.L.C. (the “Firm”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practice laws. The Firm strictly prohibits and will not tolerate, condone or allow discrimination or harassment with respect to any employee or applicant for employment in matters of hiring, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, termination, compensation, fringe benefits or other terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender (including sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender dysphoria, gender expression, or transgender status), sexual orientation, disability (including physical disability or mental disability), military or veteran status, familial status, partnership status, or marital status, or any other status protected by relevant federal, state and local laws. All employees are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination.