Valuation Analyst

Overview

• Collaborate on pricing and valuation processes for diverse investment portfolios.
• Provide insights to management on portfolio valuation and investment analysis.
• Develop and execute price verification procedures and valuation frameworks.
• Enhance valuation processes through strategic workflow optimization.
• Coordinate independent valuation of liquid and illiquid investments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate pricing results.
• Engage with third-party valuation providers and auditors.
• Support fund accounting and operations teams in reconciliations.
• Articulate portfolio pricing results and P&L drivers to senior management.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and review valuation processes and policies for accuracy and fairness.
• Perform valuation analysis using accepted approaches for diverse investments.
• Conduct daily valuation checks and document exceptions.
• Coordinate pricing requests and resolve disputes with brokers and third parties.
• Review financial models for discounted cash flow and market analysis.
• Ensure approved pricing is used in net asset value calculations.
• Collaborate with IT and operations to optimize valuation workflows.
• Liaise with auditors and valuation service providers during reviews.
• Provide valuation updates and enforce valuation controls.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of valuation-specific industry experience.
• Proficiency in valuation models including DCF and comparable company analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of financial products like derivatives and private assets.
• Experience with software applications such as Bloomberg, Excel, and Python.
• Ability to communicate effectively across diverse knowledge levels.
• Demonstrated collaboration and communication skills.
• Performance mindset for continuous improvement.