Fund Valuation Specialist

TEEMA Solutions Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in New York is seeking a Fund Valuation Specialist to support investment teams by calculating Net Asset Value (NAV) and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. Responsibilities include preparing valuation reports, analyzing market data, and collaborating with various teams to ensure accurate fund valuations. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of investment fund structures and valuation methods.
• Experience or coursework in fund accounting or investment operations preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and verify Net Asset Value (NAV) for investment funds.
• Analyze portfolio holdings and market data for accurate valuations.
• Prepare valuation reports for internal teams and investors.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure integrity.
• Support performance attribution and risk reporting.
• Maintain documentation of valuation methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve valuation processes.
• Assist in maintaining fund valuation systems.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Familiarity with Python

Familiarity with R

Familiarity with SQL

Familiarity with VBA

Clear communication skills

Interest in fund operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Job description

Fund Valuation Specialist
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 Valuation Specialist 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 valuation, net asset value (NAV) calculation, and investment reporting.

Actual openings may vary based on employer needs, asset class focus (e.g., private equity, hedge funds, real estate, fixed income), and investment strategy.

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Position Overview

Fund Valuation Specialists support investment and operations teams by calculating and verifying the value of investment funds, ensuring accurate reporting of NAV, and maintaining compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. The role blends quantitative analysis, portfolio monitoring, and financial reporting to provide accurate and timely valuations.

These roles often involve collaboration with portfolio managers, operations, accounting, and risk teams to ensure the integrity of fund valuations and investor reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate and verify Net Asset Value (NAV) for investment funds across multiple asset classes
• Analyze portfolio holdings, reconciliations, and market data to ensure accurate valuations
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly valuation reports for internal teams and investors
• Collaborate with operations and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure data integrity
• Support performance attribution, P&L tracking, and risk reporting as related to fund valuations
• Maintain documentation of valuation methodologies and assumptions in line with regulatory standards
• Identify anomalies, errors, and opportunities to improve valuation processes and reporting accuracy
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of fund valuation systems and tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Strong understanding of investment fund structures, portfolio holdings, and valuation methods
• Experience or coursework in fund accounting, portfolio valuation, or investment operations (preferred but not required)
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, R, SQL, or VBA is a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder collaboration
• Strong interest in fund operations, NAV calculation, and investment reporting

About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

• Skills-based role matching
• Resume and profile optimization
• Guidance on outreach to fund operations and portfolio teams
• Interview preparation for fund valuation, accounting, and quantitative assessments

To learn more or express interest in fund valuation roles, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/