Investment Banking Associate, Capital Advisors

Requisition Number2235836

Description & Requirements

The Capital Advisors group provides investment banking and strategic advisory services to help businesses unlock value through customized liquidity and growth strategies. Specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital formation, and succession planning, the team serves family-owned, entrepreneur-led, and closely held businesses with objective, high-quality financial advice. By listening closely to clients' goals and tailoring solutions to fit their vision, Capital Advisors delivers strategic guidance that drives long-term success.

Forvis Mazars Capital Advisors, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Forvis Mazars, LLP, is seeking an Associate to join the investment banking team. Our group is led by a talented team of experienced investment bankers, who have a sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated. We focus on training and developing our teams to help them reach their full potential. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and collaborative environment, we would love to talk to you

In this position, you will gain hands-on experience across all phases of sell-side, buy-side and capital-raising transactions, expand your knowledge and build collaborative relationships within the practice and with clients. Further, you will have meaningful support from firm leadership for substantial professional development.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct industry research and perform financial analyses to support client engagements
• Perform valuation analyses using methodologies such as comparable company analysis, leveraged buyout (LBO), discounted cash flow (DCF), and precedent transactions
• Develop financial models to evaluate debt and equity financing alternatives
• Facilitate transaction due diligence processes and manage information flow among transaction stakeholders
• Create and maintain materials for marketing presentations, confidential memorandums, and internal resources
• Develop and refine lists of potential buyers, investors, or acquisition targets
• Prepare and deliver both standard and customized presentations and pitch materials to clients
• Pursue professional development through deal execution, special projects, training, and business development initiatives
• Collaborate with senior bankers on client proposals and transaction execution to gain hands-on experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or another discipline with a strong quantitative focus
• 2+ years of prior investment banking or other finance / accounting positions involving M&A or corporate finance activities such as private equity, transaction services, commercial banking, or business valuation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA with relevant concentration
• 3+ years or more of prior investment banking or other finance/accounting positions involving M&A or corporate finance activities such as private equity, transaction services, or business valuation
• Current and Active Series 79 or Series 63 license, or a clear commitment to obtaining within a specified timeframe
• Prior experience with platforms such as Salesforce, Pitchbook, S&P Capital IQ

Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB

Pursuant to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

Colorado Salary Range:

CO Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 65,000

CO Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 108,500

Close Date: 12/24/2025

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, Forvis Mazars is committed to providing a different perspective and an unmatched client experience that feels right, personal and natural. We respect and reflect the range of perspectives, knowledge and local understanding of our people and clients. We take the time to listen to deliver consistent audit and assurance, tax, advisory and consulting services worldwide.

We nurture a deep understanding of our clients' industries, delivering greater insight, deeper specialization and tailored solutions through people who listen to understand, are responsive and consult with purpose to deliver value.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm's 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit to learn more.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

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