Managing Director

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Managing Director – Disputes, Claims, & Investigations Consulting

General Purpose: Primary role will be to manage a variety of engagements within the Disputes, Claims, and Investigations group.  Managing Directors provide value-added consulting services to clients by expanding existing relationships, cultivating new relationships, and providing excellent product delivery.  Assignments primarily consist of overseeing the completion of various types of economic damages calculations and/or related financial analyses in litigation as well as fraud and forensic matters including but not limited to, forensic investigations, intellectual property disputes, and economic damages in complex commercial litigation and other types of business disputes. 

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating successful revenue streams through clients and referrals.  The candidate will also be responsible for identifying potential clients and building and maintaining new and existing relationships.  It is also important for the candidate to have knowledge of the firm's product offerings
• Provide subject matter expertise to clients and oversee and lead engagements ensuring all needs of the client are met
• Set a strategic direction for determining appropriate marketing activities as well as attending marketing/business development activities with clients/potential clients
• Have a high level of involvement in setting the group's vision and strategic focus as well as being involved in overall budget to achieve financial goals/objectives of group 
• Provide guidance and training to group members, both technically and professionally

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proven management and leadership skills in heading up a practice group.
• Ability to generate leads for new work and also close work when leads are provided.
• Excellent client-management skills
• Critical and logical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to critically analyze financial statements and other financial documents
• Ability to critique alternative arguments/opinions
• Ability to work with changing client-imposed deadlines
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity and gravitas – will live the Stout core values
• Education and/or Training:
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in valuation, corporate finance, or consulting
• 4-year degree, advanced degree a plus
• Designations welcome (CPA, CFA, ASA, CMA, CIRA, CTP, CFE)

Education and/or Training:

• Minimum of 8-10 years consulting experience in the accounting, finance or economics areas.  Experience at a professional services firm preferred.
• 4-year degree, advanced degree a plus
• Designations welcome (CPA, CFA, ASA, CMA, CIRA, CTP, CFE)

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. 

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $200, $500,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here -

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