Associate, Investment Valuation

File Not Found•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Atlantic is seeking a candidate to join the independent price verification team. The individual will review quarterly valuations for a large portfolio of securities, loans, real estate, derivatives and other investments ($170B+). The candidate will focus on private asset classes including term loans, lending facilities, consumer loans, commercial mortgage loans, residential mortgage loans, internal securitizations, funds and real estate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or accounting
4+ years of experience in fixed income pricing, valuation control, preparation of investment valuations or financial statement audit
Experience with private credit, asset-based finance and securitization
Ability to validate inputs/assumptions across structured credit
Knowledge of market data services like Bloomberg and other financial tools preferred
Experience with third party pricing providers like ICE Data Services, Refinitiv and S&P Markit Partners
Completed or in process of pursing CFA designation
Excellent computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Meticulous attention to detail, delivering high quality output consistently
Thorough documentation and analytical skills
Clear, concise and structured communication
Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative, energetic and inquisitive

Responsibilities

Co-ordinate and oversee the valuation of private investments by partnering with third-party valuation providers
Review/audit valuation model inputs and assumptions for private assets
Communicate with third party valuation specialists, provide feedback and commentary on their reports
Effectively communicate with the Deal Team, Portfolio Monitoring Unit, Operations, Sector Analytics and Investment Accounting
Prepare quarterly Valuation Committee materials and ad-hoc deliverables for management
Compile data from various sources and prepare summarized calculations
Communicate with external pricing vendors to challenge prices and share relevant market information
Research and review price movements and variances across various investments
Reconcile data across systems and reports
Identify process breakdowns, analyze the root cause, and build controls to ensure accuracy
Prepare workpapers in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404
Act as a point of contact for external auditors
Stay up to date on valuation best practices and ensure compliance with ASC 820 fair value guidance
Perform frequent ad hoc analysis and assist with special projects, as requested