Alternative Asset Analyst

Brown Advisory Incorporated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Wellness program

401(k) with match

Job summary

Brown Advisory Incorporated, based in Baltimore, seeks an Alternative Asset Analyst to manage the full investment lifecycle of private equity, hedge funds, and direct investments. You will generate monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc reports, research valuation issues, and support pricing decisions with data-driven insights.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting/economics and 1–3 years of relevant experience; strong Excel skills (macros, VLOOKUP) and attention to detail are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics required; concentration preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including macros and VLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Independently review, research and update valuations for alternative assets.
• Produce analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad‑hoc basis.
• Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets and ensure reporting accuracy.
• Validate statements from fund companies and resolve valuation discrepancies.
• Engage custodians, funds, and internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Lead and participate in value‑add projects and present findings to leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel macros & VLOOKUP

Job description

Company Overview

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first‑class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants, and financial intermediaries—are served by over 1,000 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

Position Summary

The Alternative Asset Team supports all operational and reporting aspects of alternative assets at Brown Advisory, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reporting, transactions and valuations related to private equity, hedge fund, and direct investment deals. The Alternative Asset Analyst is responsible for the full investment lifecycle of these securities, generating monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc reports, researching and resolving valuation audit and tolerance breaks, responding to and resolving ad‑hoc requests and ticket queues, and contributing to business process efficiency initiatives.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Independently review, research, assess and update valuations for alternative assets
• Produce custom business‑segment and/or firm analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad‑hoc basis
• Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Validate alternative asset statements provided by fund companies to ensure accuracy
• Engage custodians, funds, internal portfolio management, client service and operational teams to resolve valuation issues, breaks, delays and other related matters
• Escalate fair value pricing matters where valuations might be incorrect, and utilize judgement to determine resolution against pricing policies and guidelines
• Present factual support and documentation in order to resolve pricing discrepancies with necessary stakeholders
• Manage queue of ticket requests within internal task management system and work with team members to align task flow and independently resolve tickets as needed
• Leverage financial and market knowledge to evaluate various pricing data points to determine appropriate action, execute updates to systems and provide data to support the recommended course of action
• Partner with client teams when on‑boarding large relationships with complex alternative asset holdings and recommend proper courses of action
• Manage the internal and external transfer of these investments, as well as execution of subscription and redemption activities
• Proactively identify and elevate control gaps and propose and institute best practices and tools to be more efficient and effective
• Lead and contribute to firm‑wide and departmental value‑add projects and present project findings to leadership and other stakeholders as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting, or economics concentration preferred
• 1–3 years of experience required
• Solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets, and general knowledge of market mechanics
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and V‑lookup functionality
• Demonstrated analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills
• Strong level of attention to detail, proven ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities, and a sense of urgency
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a very fast‑paced, team environment
• Strong decision making, organization, and communication skills, both written and verbal
• A client‑first mentality, demonstrated flexibility, and strong communication skills
• Strong time‑management, problem‑resolution and research skills
• Experience with eFront, Advent, Axys/APX, or similar accounting product experience preferred
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and expedite escalation as necessary
• Ability to work in our Baltimore office five days a week

Application Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorization (e.g., H‑1B, O‑1, F‑1 (OPT), TN, or any other non‑immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).

Salary

Salary: $60‑$72k. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long‑term incentive eligibility (if applicable).

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness program participation incentive
• Financial wellness program
• Fitness event fee reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
• Adoption Benefits
• Daycare late pick‑up fee reimbursement
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid parental leave
• Group Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.