Valuation Associate

RCP Advisors is seeking a Valuations Associate to support and manage valuation activities across multiple private equity investment strategies. This position will have visibility across teams to take meaningful ownership of the valuation processes and enhance workflows for evolving business needs. The ideal candidate has a background in valuations or accounting and experience with illiquid securities in a private equity or transaction-focused environment. This position will have visibility across teams to take meaningful ownership of the valuation processes and enhance workflows for evolving business needs. Responsibilities Manage full cycle valuation, reporting, and monitoring, including timelines, reviews, and internal coordination Utilize complex valuation models to assemble fair value data Develop multi-sector portfolio valuations of illiquid securities for investments Leverage various valuation methods including Discounted Cash Flow Analysis, LBO, Option Pricing Model, and Market Approach Maintain Excel-based valuation models documenting assumptions and valuation rationale Provide sector and company research to support valuation assumptions and investment analysis Partner internally and with external providers to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent reporting Identify opportunities to improve and streamline valuation processes as autonomy increases through the use of A.I. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 2 - 4 years of experience in valuation, accounting, transaction advisory, or a related role Experience valuing illiquid securities for private equity and/or private credit firm(s) Financial modeling and advanced Excel skills Understanding of U.S. GAAP fair value concepts Analytical and detail-oriented with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks Strong teammate with experience leading initiatives across multiple departments CPA, CFA, or progress toward either is a plus, but not required Compensation Range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000 . Company and employees pay premiums 401k with a company safe harbor contribution for all eligible employees Short- and long-term disability Life, AD&D, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance coverage Transit and cell phone stipend Unlimited time off for vacation, sick and personal time 12 paid company holidays Paid parental leave Other Full-time Non-exempt Classification: Intermediate Level: Mid-Level Onsite: Chicago, IL 60654 / Hybrid Contact Stephanie Cicerelli; HR Business Partner at View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Statement RCP Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employees and applicants with an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at RCP Advisors are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): RCP Advisors will provide reasonable accommodations during the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr RCP Advisors