Associate, Investment Valuation
Global Atlantic is a leading provider of retirement security and investment solutions with operations in the U.S., Bermuda, and Japan. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of KKR, a leading global investment firm, Global Atlantic combines deep insurance expertise with KKR's powerful investment capabilities to deliver long-term financial security for millions of individuals worldwide.
Position Summary
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.
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
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics or accounting4+ years of experience in fixed income pricing, valuation control, preparation of investment valuations or financial statement auditExperience with private credit, asset-based finance and securitizationAbility to validate inputs / assumptions across structured creditKnowledge of market data services like Bloomberg and other financial tools preferredExperience with third party pricing providers like ICE Data Services, Refinitiv and S&P Markit PartnersCompleted or in process of pursuing CFA designationExcellent computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPointMeticulous attention to detail, delivering high quality output consistentlyThorough documentation and analytical skillsClear, concise and structured communicationStrong interpersonal skills, collaborative, energetic and inquisitiveThe base salary range for this role is $140,000 $170,000 USD