Associate, Business Analysis

About Gordon Brothers: Since 1903, Gordon Brothers has helped companies unlock the potential of their assets. Our solutions-oriented approach combined with over 120 years of industry knowledge enables clients to get the most value from their assets with tailored solutions across asset services, asset lending and financing, and asset trading. Leveraging our deep expertise in retail, industrial, brands and real estate, we work closely with clients globally to determine the value of, lend against, or buy and sell their assets to help them achieve their business goals. At Gordon Brothers, we foster a culture of collaboration and creativity to find unique and innovative solutions for our clients. We take pride in fostering an engaging, inclusive culture and encouraging employees to bring new ideas to the table, develop their skills, and build dynamic and fulfilling careers. For more information, please visit www.gordonbrothers.com.

Description

About Gordon Brothers

Gordon Brothers is a global advisory, restructuring, investment, and asset services firm that helps companies, lenders, investors, and advisors unlock value in complex situations. Our professionals provide valuation, lending, investment, restructuring, and disposition solutions across a broad range of industries and asset classes.

 

The Opportunity

 

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Associate to support valuation, transaction, advisory, and business development activities across the Australia business.

 

This role offers significant exposure to a variety of industries, clients, and transaction types. Working closely with senior professionals across the business, you will be responsible for conducting financial and operational analysis, developing valuation models, supporting due diligence activities, preparing client deliverables, and contributing to business development initiatives.

 

The successful candidate will combine strong financial acumen with intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a desire to build a long-term career in valuation, advisory, and investment-related services.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Financial Analysis & Valuation

• Analyze financial and operational data to develop valuation models, exit planning scenarios, and business insights that support client engagements and business development opportunities.
• Build and maintain financial models to support new transactions, portfolio reviews, business assessments, and scenario analysis.
• Assist with valuation assignments involving businesses, inventory, accounts receivable, machinery and equipment, and other assets across a variety of industries.
• Perform detailed reviews of client financial performance, including revenue trends, gross margins, working capital, inventory management, accounts receivable performance, and operating expenses.
• Apply valuation methodologies and analytical frameworks to support lending, restructuring, M&A, strategic advisory, insolvency, and financial reporting engagements.
• Conduct research on comparable companies, transactions, market conditions, and industry trends to support valuation conclusions and client recommendations.

 

Due Diligence & Client Engagement

• Conduct field examinations, site visits, and operational reviews to assess asset quality and business performance.
• Support due diligence and audit activities by reviewing financial statements, management reporting, systems, and operational processes.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and key drivers impacting value and business performance.
• Participate in client meetings, management interviews, and project discussions.

 

Project Execution

• Take ownership of workstreams and project deliverables across multiple engagements.
• Prepare valuation reports, presentations, investment materials, and client deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with analysts, valuation professionals, investment teams, and business leaders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Think critically, identify issues, and develop practical recommendations to support client objectives.
• Assist in preparing materials for internal review, investment committee submissions, and business development opportunities.

 

Business Development Support

• Conduct research on prospective clients, industries, and market opportunities.
• Prepare background analysis, industry overviews, and supporting materials for business development initiatives.
• Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and pitch materials.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external contacts to support business growth across the Australia platform.

 

Qualifications & Experience

 

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, valuation, corporate finance, advisory, banking, lending, restructuring, supply chain, wholesale distribution, retail operations, or a comparable analytical environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, financial analysis, and business performance drivers.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

 

Preferred

• Experience with valuation methodologies including market comparable analysis, discounted cash flow analysis, and asset-based valuation approaches.
• Experience supporting lending, insolvency, restructuring, M&A, acquisition accounting, or strategic advisory engagements.
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms.
• Knowledge of Australian insolvency, restructuring, or lending markets.
• CPA, CA, ASA, CFA, or similar professional qualification, or progress toward obtaining one.

 

Travel

 

Domestic and occasional international travel may be required to support client engagements, site visits, and business development activities.

Gordon Brothers offers a competitive total compensation package including base salary and incentive plan, expense allowance, superannuation, time off benefits, and more.

Gordon Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals seeking employment at Gordon Brothers are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Reasonable adjustments are available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

In compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, 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.