Fund Performance Analyst

Career Launch AI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A performance analytics firm in New York is seeking a Fund Performance Analyst to support investment teams in analyzing portfolio performance and producing accurate reports. This role involves calculating returns, conducting performance attribution analysis, and collaborating with various teams to ensure data integrity. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in Finance or related fields and possesses strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. This position offers potential for growth in fund analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python or SQL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and analyze fund performance and returns.
• Conduct performance attribution analysis to identify drivers of returns.
• Prepare dashboards and reports for portfolio tracking.
• Collaborate with teams to validate data integrity.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Interest in fund analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Python

R

SQL

VBA

Job description

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Estimated Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Fund Performance Analyst position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles in fund analytics, performance measurement, and investment reporting.

Actual openings may vary depending on employer focus, including private capital, hedge funds, mutual funds, or multi-asset portfolios.

Position Overview

Fund Performance Analysts support investment teams by analyzing portfolio performance, evaluating fund-level metrics, and producing accurate reporting for internal and external stakeholders. This role blends quantitative analysis, financial modeling, and performance attribution to help track fund results and inform investment decisions.

The position requires collaboration with portfolio managers, operations, accounting, and risk teams to ensure timely and accurate measurement of fund performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate, analyze, and reconcile fund performance and returns across multiple strategies and asset classes
• Conduct performance attribution analysis to identify drivers of returns
• Prepare and maintain dashboards, reports, and models for portfolio and fund performance tracking
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual fund performance reporting for investors and internal teams
• Collaborate with operations, accounting, and portfolio teams to validate data integrity
• Assist in P&L tracking, NAV calculations, and reconciliation of investment positions
• Identify discrepancies, anomalies, or performance issues and elevate findings
• Support ad-hoc performance analysis and special projects as requested by senior management

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field
• Understanding of portfolio management, performance measurement, and investment instruments
• Experience or coursework in fund accounting, performance attribution, or financial analysis
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, R, SQL, or VBA is a plus
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, collaborative environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in fund analytics, performance tracking, and quantitative problem-solving