Business Intelligence Analyst

Brown Advisory Incorporated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Wellness program

Financial wellness

Gym membership discounts

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Brown Advisory in Baltimore is seeking a dynamic Operations professional to own and operate Addepar, the firm’s portfolio accounting system. You will partner with client teams to onboard large client relationships with complex assets and lead back builds for these relationships.

The role offers a fast-paced, client-first environment with heavy reporting. You will generate monthly and ad-hoc reports, analyze investment data, and drive improvements in processes and data governance to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting, or economics concentration preferred. Work experience in lieu of degree or concentration is acceptable.
• Experience using Addepar and Canoe required.
• Advent/APX, eFront or similar accounting product experience is a plus.
• 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 is required.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v-lookup functionality.
• Demonstrated a solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets, and possess general knowledge of market mechanics.
• Must have the 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.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and elevate expeditiously as necessary.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v-lookup functionality.
• Experience in Client or Firm Reporting preferred.
• Ability to work in an office location five days weekly

Responsibilities

• Own all operational processes within Addepar, the firm’s new supplemental portfolio accounting system.
• Partner with client teams to on-board large client relationships with complex alternative asset holdings.
• Lead alternative transaction back builds for large and complex relationships.
• Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, to ensure timely and accurate reporting within our portfolio account system.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports for large and complex client relationships.
• Analyze and interpret relevant investment data, including portfolio positions, transactions, and performance.
• Troubleshoot any reporting or operational process errors, then propose and implement solutions.
• Manage projects to create or improve reporting content and/or advance strategic business goals.
• Create and document key operational processes and data governance.
• Develop industry insights through proactive networking, conference attendance, and independent research

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time-management

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics

Tools

Addepar

Canoe

Excel macros & VLOOKUP

Job description

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture. 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

Operations at Brown Advisory provides applicants with a client first, fast paced, entrepreneurial environment where they will have the opportunity to develop their problem-solving skills with the support of dedicated teammates. Our team takes great care to ensure that the needs of our clients are met and their expectations exceeded. The Operations team is seeking a dynamic new colleague to support the reporting needs of our most complex clients through launching and maintaining the Addepar portfolio accounting system. This role will provide the right candidate with the opportunity to join a new and growing team, leverage their experience, and add value to our firm in an outsized way.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Own all operational processes within Addepar, the firm’s new supplemental portfolio accounting system. Partner with client teams to on-board large client relationships with complex alternative asset holdings. Lead alternative transaction back builds for large and complex relationships. Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, to ensure timely and accurate reporting within our portfolio account system. Generate monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports for large and complex client relationships. Analyze and interpret relevant investment data, including portfolio positions, transactions, and performance. Troubleshoot any reporting or operational process errors, then propose and implement solutions. Manage projects to create or improve reporting content and/or advance strategic business goals. Create and document key operational processes and data governance. Develop industry insights through proactive networking, conference attendance, and independent research

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting, or economics concentration preferred. Work experience in lieu of degree or concentration is acceptable. Experience using Addepar and Canoe required. Advent/APX, eFront or similar accounting product experience is a plus. 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 is required. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v-lookup functionality. Demonstrated a solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets, and possess general knowledge of market mechanics. Must have the 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. Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and elevate expeditiously as necessary. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v-lookup functionality. Demonstrated a solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets, and possess general knowledge of market mechanics. Experience in Client or Firm Reporting preferred. Ability to work in an office location five days weekly

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).

MD Salary

$72-$80k. 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)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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.