Senior Associate, Valuation

Barings•Charlotte, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities. Title: Senior Associate, Valuation Business Unit: GTO - Global Business Services Location: Charlotte, NC; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Job Summary Barings is seeking a motivated individual with strong analytical skills and attention to detail for the Valuation team. This individual will be responsible for key components of Barings valuation processes across a diverse set of asset classes.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business preferred
1-3 years of work experience in valuation or auditing in financial services
A proactive team player who isn’t afraid to ask questions and dig into details.
A strong sense of curiosity will serve you well in this position
Strong acumen in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint or be able obtain it
Experience with SQL, or desire to gain experience is preferred
Basic understanding of relational databases
An interest in valuation methods and the desire to build knowledge and expertise in the field
Be a team player with a positive attitude
Progress toward the CFA charter is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop productive working relationships with all stakeholders: Investment teams, fund accounting teams, auditors, third party vendors and management
Establish the valuation work plan and schedule meetings with necessary stakeholders
Ensure all valuations provided by a third-party have received the appropriate level of review and approval
Maintain strong working knowledge of the inventory of assets to be valued
Test calculations and valuation methodologies when needed
Assist in the development of reporting to Management, Valuation Committee, and BODs
Provide audit support as it relates to valuations
Constantly seek to improve the process and approach through operating procedures, technology and analytical acumen.

Benefits

Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Paid Volunteer Time
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program