Investment Valuation Associate

Location: New York, NY Employment Type: Full-Time Estimated Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer) Position Overview Investment Valuation Associates support investment teams and operations by providing accurate, timely valuations of portfolio holdings across multiple asset classes. The role combines financial analysis, accounting, and reporting skills to ensure fair value measurements, regulatory compliance, and transparent reporting for investors and senior management. These roles often involve close collaboration with fund accounting, portfolio management, investment operations, and external auditors or service providers. Actual openings may vary depending on employer focus, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, real estate, or other alternative investment funds. Key Responsibilities Perform valuations of public and private securities, alternative assets, and fund-level investments according to fund policies and industry standards Analyze financial statements, transaction data, and market information to determine fair value Support monthly, quarterly, and annual NAV calculations and related schedules Build and maintain valuation models, dashboards, and analytical tools Conduct scenario analyses, stress tests, and sensitivity reviews on portfolio assets Assist with investor reporting, fund audits, and regulatory compliance requirements Identify anomalies, trends, or potential valuation issues and escalate as appropriate Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely fund reporting Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field Strong understanding of investment valuation methodologies, fund accounting, and alternative assets Experience or coursework in private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or investment operations Advanced Excel and analytical skills; familiarity with SQL, Python, or VBA is a plus Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities Clear written and verbal communication skills Strong interest in investment valuation, portfolio metrics, and fund reporting #J-18808-Ljbffr Initio Capital