Experienced Associate, VCMA

Job Summary:

The Experienced Associate, Valuation & Capital Markets Analytics (VCMA) – is responsible for working within a team environment to actively assist in the analysis and resolution of client matters while taking direction and receiving guidance from management members. This role is charged with execution and delivery of challenging valuation and appraisal engagements by participating in all aspects of the project from initial proposal preparation through marketing and concluding with the presentation of final analyses. In addition, this role will be charged with assisting with business development activities and appraisal reviews.

Job Duties:

• Assists with the delivery of projects related to the valuation of illiquid and complex securities, hard-to-value assets, financial derivatives (including over-the-counter derivatives), and structured products.
• Constructs financial models used in the valuation of complex financial instruments for financial reporting, tax and regulatory compliance, transaction support, and corporate strategy
• Uses mathematical and statistical financial models for valuations of multiple asset classes including complex securities, options, derivatives, and credit instruments, including but not limited to, Monte Carlo simulations and Lattice Models
• May aid in the delivery of services related to hedge advisory, strategic assessment, model validation, economic studies, and other advisory projects
• Prepares necessary exhibits and memos in illustration of complex issues 
• Composes narrative reports in support of valuation analyses 
• Documents and maintains all appropriate aspects of work product
• Ensures quality controls are adhered in association with all work products 
• Participates in internal and external client meetings 
• Performs related company, industry, and economic research 
• Assists and provides guidance to peers and staff members in the development of project plans and timelines for deliverables 
• Other duties as required 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Finance, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Risk Management, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or Economics, preferred 
• Graduate degree or relevant credential (e.g., FRM, CFA), preferred

Experience:

• One (1) or more years of experience within an accounting firm, independent advisory firm, bank or other financial services firm, preferred
• Experience with valuation of complex financial instruments (complex securities) or derivatives, preferred
• Prior experience in financial reporting valuation and appraisal review, preferred
• Experience in business valuation and intangible assets, preferred

License/Certifications:

• CFA, FRM, CPA, AM, ASA or other valuation industry credentials, preferred 

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, required 
• Prior experience with Capital IQ, FactSet, SNL, or Bloomberg, preferred 
• Prior experience with Intex, Moody’s Analytics, Crystal Ball, R, Python and other industry software, preferred 
• Proficiency in one of the following statistical software packages: Matlab, Stata, Octave, Mathematica, etc., preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability for intermittent travel within the US and internationally, required
• Superior verbal and written communication skills 
• Superior analytical and research skills 
• Solid organizational skills
• Ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details 
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment 
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel 
• Able to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel 
• Able to successfully interact with professionals at all levels 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $87,000 - $100,000                                                                                                                                                         Maryland Range:  $87,000 - $100,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $87,000 - $100,000