Research Analyst I - Valuations

spgi; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Retirement planning

Job summary

SP Global Market Intelligence is seeking an analyst to deliver valuation services for a diverse roster of Venture Capital and Private Equity clients across the US and APAC regions. You will work on ASC 820 fair value reporting and 409a tax reporting valuations, gathering source data and producing reports that meet professional standards.

You will value private companies, assist with onboarding, and help refine proprietary models and software platforms.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of various business valuation methods
• Prior 409A/ASC 820 valuation experience is a plus
• Analytical background with mathematical techniques

Responsibilities

• Gather and review data for valuations of privately-held companies
• Perform portfolio valuations for VC/PE funds and valuations of early-stage companies with complex capital structures
• Prepare valuations reports adhering to AICPA standards for Fair Value
• Assist Implementations team with onboarding documents and client data interpretation
• Support Client Services with resolution of client requests
• Contribute to design/enhancement of valuation models and software platforms

Skills

Valuation methods

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use):
07 Department overview

Within S&P Global Market Intelligence, the Enterprise Solutions business empowers a diverse spectrum of private equity and venture capital firms to control their data more effectively and drive internal analytics and insights. Whether it is for portfolio analytics, valuations, investor reporting, or on-demand insight into operating metrics of a specific asset, this team is at the forefront of the FinTech space.

Position summary

Within the Private Markets division, the Valuation Services team is looking for an analyst to deliver valuation services and support to a roster of marquee Venture Capital/Private Equity clients spread across the US and APAC regions. The analyst will be working on ASC 820 valuations for fair value reporting, as well as 409a valuations for tax reporting purposes.

Duties & accountabilities

• Gather and review underlying source data for the purpose of completing valuations of privately- held companies.
• Perform portfolio valuations for VC/PE funds, and business valuations of early-stage venture-backed companies with complex capital structure and illiquid classes of stock.
• Work with the Valuation team to complete valuations reports that adhere to all AICPA standards pertaining to Fair Value
• Assist the Implementation team with interpretation of financial and legal documents used for onboarding clients to the platform.
• Assist the Client Support Manager with client request resolution.
• Contribute to the design and enhancement of the proprietary models and software platforms used to perform valuations.

Education and Experience

• Strong understanding and hands on experience of various business valuation methods
• Prior 409A /ASC 820 valuation experience a plus
• A flair for mathematical techniques and an analytical background. Knowledge of quantitative models like Black-Scholes OPM
• A basic understanding of the Venture Capital and Private Equity space
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a conceptual understanding of the SaaS business model

Personal competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work in an efficient and responsible manner. Extreme attention to detail and an ability to document processes.
• Experience of working effectively with others in a team setting while under the pressure of deadlines
• Willingness to work long hours at critical times (i.e., quarterly reporting) based on need.
• Positive attitude, exceptional drive and stamina
• Intellectual curiosity and inquisitiveness

Shift Timings - 10: 30 AM to 7: 30 PM

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence .

What's In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just ab