LSU Department of Finance

Revisit last month’s Banking Outlook Conference with photos from the event, where bank supervisors and industry participants addressed challenges confronting the financial services industry. You can find more information about the annual conference, sponsored by our Supervision and Regulation Division, here: https://atlfed.org/4hHxy0z Special thanks to our moderators and speakers: Joseph Vall-Llobera, Rajesh Narayanan, Peter Noteboom, Charles Potts, Eric Wilson, Brian Bailey, Cal Evans, Lea Overby, Hernan P., Brandon Milhorn, Joseph (Joe) Davidson, Mitika Leblois, Alan Faircloth, Yashica Pope, Danny Santivasci, Sherri Sackett, Gordon Fellows, Michael J. Highfield, PhD, CFA, Chad Tagtow, CISSP, Hillary Fowler, Jessie Bitetti, Scott Brennan, Adam Carlson, CPA, Jywanza Robinson, Allen Stanley.

We're Hiring: Financial Analyst? The Valuation Group is looking for a full-time financial analyst to assist Senior Professionals in client engagements, in the preparation of valuations, and in other tasks as appropriate to the job and your developing skill set. Responsibilities: Perform financial statement analysis, research and analysis of public peers and transactions; developing financial models, and valuing companies. Drafting valuation reports that provide a detailed overview of the company’s operations, financial performance, and growth prospects. Conducting thorough due diligence on companies to identify potential risks and opportunities. Research using various databases to gather relevant information on industries and companies, and to identify trends and opportunities. Requirements: Education: Masters of Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred; undergraduate business degree acceptable; major or concentration in finance or accounting. Completed 12 hours of accounting and 12 hours of finance; minimum GPA 3.5. Background: Demonstrated interest in finance and/or valuation through relevant work/internship experiences. Attributes: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; High attention to detail; Proficient in financial modeling and valuation techniques; Excellent in MS Excel and PowerPoint; Inquisitive and creative team player with a track record of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Confident communicator able to interact with C-level executives and other professionals. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in an entry-level, full-time, office-based role. Competitive compensation, including the potential for bonus to base, will be offered in line with market standards. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and a writing sample to [email protected]

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Two decades of teamwork, one powerful impact! The LSU Tiger Fund is a testament to the partnership between the E. J. Ourso College of Business and LSU Foundation, giving LSU Department of Finance students hands-on investment experience while strengthening Louisiana State University's future. With $8.5M under management, this student-run fund shapes careers and drives success. Read how collaboration drives this winning team: https://bit.ly/3XKFXcv #WBTTW