Investment Valuation Specialist

ACCA Careers; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

ACCA Careers is seeking a Valuation Specialist in Lisbon to lead independent valuation analyses of investments across managed funds. The role combines financial modelling, portfolio analysis and robust valuation practices to ensure objective assessments.

You have at least 5 years' experience, a finance-related degree, and strong Excel skills. Portuguese and English fluency are mandatory, and you will interact with senior stakeholders in an international environment.

Qualificações

• 5+ years of relevant experience in valuation of private/illiquid assets.
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English, both written and spoken.

Responsabilidades

• Implement valuation methodologies for private and illiquid investments.
• Perform independent fair-value valuations of portfolio holdings.
• Develop robust financial and valuation models and assess key assumptions.
• Challenge valuation assumptions and document conclusions clearly.
• Analyse portfolio financials, budgets and KPIs for valuation and monitoring.
• Prepare valuation materials for boards, auditors and external providers.
• Support NAV, regulatory and investor reporting with accurate data.

Conhecimentos

Valuation

Financial modelling

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Portuguese & English

Formação académica

Finance degree

Accounting degree

Economics degree

Ferramentas

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for a Valuation Specialist to join an investment management company and take responsibility for the independent valuation analysis of investments held across its managed funds.

This is a highly analytical position combining financial modelling, investment valuation and portfolio analysis. The valuation function operates independently from portfolio management, ensuring robust and objective assessment of portfolio investments.

Client Details

Our client is a growing investment management business operating within a broader ecosystem focused on private wealth, international investment and cross-border solutions in Portugal. Operating in an international environment, the organisation provides exposure to investment strategies and private-market opportunities, offering a dynamic setting for professionals looking to develop their careers within the investment management industry.

Description

• Implement and maintain appropriate valuation methodologies for private and illiquid investments;


• Perform and independently review periodic fair-value valuations of portfolio investments;


• Develop and maintain robust financial and valuation models, assessing key assumptions and relevant market inputs;


• Independently challenge valuation assumptions and information provided by the Investment team and portfolio companies;


• Analyse portfolio companies' financial performance, budgets, business plans and KPIs for valuation and portfolio-monitoring purposes;


• Maintain comprehensive valuation files and supporting documentation;


• Prepare valuation materials and analysis for the Board, relevant governance bodies, auditors and external valuation providers;


• Prepare periodic independent portfolio performance and valuation analysis;


• Support NAV, regulatory and investor reporting processes through accurate portfolio and valuation data;


• Coordinate with Finance, Risk, Investment teams and external providers on valuation-related matters.

Profile

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management or a related field;


• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, with significant exposure to the valuation of private and illiquid assets;


• Demonstrable experience preparing or reviewing fair-value valuations of unlisted equity investments;


• Previous experience within a Big 4 valuation practice, independent valuation firm, regulated asset manager or investment fund;


• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills;


• Strong knowledge of fair-value methodologies and the valuation of illiquid assets;


• Experience analysing portfolio-company financial information, budgets and KPIs will be highly valued;


• Strong accounting knowledge and financial statement analysis capabilities;


• Ability to independently challenge assumptions and clearly document valuation conclusions;


• High level of accuracy, analytical rigour and attention to detail;


• Professional proficiency in Portuguese and English is mandatory.

Job Offer

• The opportunity to take a key role within the valuation function of a growing investment management business;


• Direct exposure to private and illiquid investments and complex valuation matters;


• A position combining financial modelling, valuation and portfolio analysis;


• Interaction with senior stakeholders, governance bodies and external market participants;


• An international and entrepreneurial working environment;


• The opportunity to contribute to the development of robust valuation processes within an evolving investment platform.