Associate - Pricing and Valuation Operations
Barings, Charlotte, NC, United States
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:
Associate - Pricing and Valuation Operations
Business Unit:
Pricing Operations
Location:
Charlotte, NC
Job Summary Barings is seeking a motivated individual with strong analytical skills and a strong attention to detail for the Securities Pricing and Valuation operations team. This individual will be responsible for key components of our diverse asset type valuations, including bonds, stocks, derivative instruments and private assets. The position includes preparation of variance analysis; review and research issues related to corporate ratings, data quality or client related queries. You will work directly with other areas within Barings, including portfolio managers, investment analysts and the systems department to resolve production issues in a timely fashion.
Primary Responsibilities
Preparation and review of materials from internal clients and external valuation agents.
Responding to clients, internal stakeholders, fund custodians and administrators with regards to valuation issues or changes that impact funds.
Providing documentation for ad hoc audit requests and audit oversight of key controls.
Updating training materials as business standards and processes change.
Learning multiple systems and workflows to ensure deliverables are completed in a timely fashion daily. While also looking for ways to advance process and the business needs.
Reviewing daily exception reports, validating output and overall review for accuracy to ensure data is fit for purpose.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, CFA candidate preferred.
Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, SQL or VBA.
Familiarity with fund valuation framework, reporting requirements and risks.
Previous experience with mitigating risk from an operational and valuation standpoint.
Proven experience developing, deploying and integrating control within an operation setting.
Candidate must be able to work later hours until 6:00 / 6:30pm or later if required.
This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to think quickly, track current issues and act where needed are attributes a candidate must possess.
Base Salary Range:
$65,000- $75,000 (includes additional performance based incentive programs)
Benefits Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
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
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
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
Other Benefits
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
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We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Title:
Associate - Pricing and Valuation Operations
Business Unit:
Pricing Operations
Location:
Charlotte, NC
Job Summary Barings is seeking a motivated individual with strong analytical skills and a strong attention to detail for the Securities Pricing and Valuation operations team. This individual will be responsible for key components of our diverse asset type valuations, including bonds, stocks, derivative instruments and private assets. The position includes preparation of variance analysis; review and research issues related to corporate ratings, data quality or client related queries. You will work directly with other areas within Barings, including portfolio managers, investment analysts and the systems department to resolve production issues in a timely fashion.
Primary Responsibilities
Preparation and review of materials from internal clients and external valuation agents.
Responding to clients, internal stakeholders, fund custodians and administrators with regards to valuation issues or changes that impact funds.
Providing documentation for ad hoc audit requests and audit oversight of key controls.
Updating training materials as business standards and processes change.
Learning multiple systems and workflows to ensure deliverables are completed in a timely fashion daily. While also looking for ways to advance process and the business needs.
Reviewing daily exception reports, validating output and overall review for accuracy to ensure data is fit for purpose.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, CFA candidate preferred.
Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, SQL or VBA.
Familiarity with fund valuation framework, reporting requirements and risks.
Previous experience with mitigating risk from an operational and valuation standpoint.
Proven experience developing, deploying and integrating control within an operation setting.
Candidate must be able to work later hours until 6:00 / 6:30pm or later if required.
This position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to think quickly, track current issues and act where needed are attributes a candidate must possess.
Base Salary Range:
$65,000- $75,000 (includes additional performance based incentive programs)
Benefits Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
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
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
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
Other Benefits
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
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