Public Portfolio Services, Structured Credit - Associate Director

Barings LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Barings LLC in Charlotte, NC invites applications for an Associate Director in Public Portfolio Services (Structured Credit). The role supports CLO funds and separately managed accounts, providing daily oversight and monthly sign-off on accounting records.

You will interact with Portfolio Managers, Sales, Legal, and Compliance, and work with third parties such as TPAs and auditors. Expertise in fund accounting, Excel, and Aladdin is valued, with a strong, detail-oriented, analytical approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years Fund Accounting/Portfolio Administration experience.
• CPA and/or Audit experience a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience beneficial.
• Experience with Aladdin is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CLO funds and separately managed accounts daily; perform monthly sign-off on internal records.
• Reconcile NAVs, transactions, valuations, and fee calculations; manage distributions and capital calls.
• Maintain relationships with Portfolio Managers, Sales, Legal, and Compliance; coordinate with TPAs and auditors.
• Assist with Funds Audit process and issue resolution.
• Prepare portfolio reporting and act as subject matter expert on covered funds/portfolios.

Skills

Fund accounting

Portfolio administration

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Aladdin

CPA

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Aladdin

Job description

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Job Title: Public Portfolio Services, Structured Credit Business Title: Associate Director Business Unit: Client, Finance, and Operations Location: Charlotte, NC

Job Summary Barings Global Public Portfolio Services Structured Credit team has an opening for a motivated individual who would like to join our innovative team of financial professionals.

Primary Responsibilities

The candidate will be required to support the following core processes: Portfolio Oversight and Fund Accounting: Supporting Structured Credit team within Global Public Portfolio Services in order to meet their main responsibilities including: Full ownership and responsibility for several CLO funds and/or separately managed accounts including daily oversight as well as monthly review and sign off on internal accounting records. TPA Oversight. Reconcile CLO Funds NAVs, transactions, valuations, management and performance fee calculations, distributions, capital calls, P&L, and other activity between Barings and the fund accountant/administrator's records. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key internal Barings stakeholders including Portfolio Managers, Sales, Legal, Compliance, others across the organization, as well as supporting effective external working relationships with related third parties e.g. TPAs, auditors, investors. Assist with Funds Audit process as needed. Raise service issues in an appropriate manner and follow issues to resolution. Maintain awareness of CLO fund/account client mandates, portfolio governing documents and regulatory restrictions. Act as subject matter expert on the funds/portfolios covered. Prepare relevant portfolio reporting as required. Demonstrate significant level of expertise of the holdings, terms, and transactions of multiple portfolios to provide intuitive and proactive oversight of these portfolios.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years Fund Accounting/Portfolio Administration experience.
• CPA and/or Audit experience a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills preferred, experience/interest in exploring AI/Co-pilot a plus, Power BI experience would be a benefit.
• Previous experience with Aladdin would be a benefit.
• Effective, results oriented team player with strong interpersonal skills; possess very strong organizational and analytical skills; must be very detail oriented.
• Ability to handle high volumes of work under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Additional Skills

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Benefits

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program

Barings is a leading global asset management firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients. We build lasting partnerships that leverage our distinctive expertise across traditional and alternative asset classes to deliver innovative, institutional-quality solutions and service. Our team-driven culture is based on transparency, responsibility and putting our clients’ interests first. We listen to our clients to understand their needs, so that we can be a strategic advisor and long-term partner in meeting their unique investment goals. Risk management and protecting our investors’ capital over the long term is an essential component of our lasting partnerships. Barings is also committed to building long-term relationships with our associates and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed. With our expanding business and global footprint, Barings offers a wealth of opportunities for associates who share our culture, values and commitment to excellence in client service. As an organization, we believe that a diversity of perspectives and strengths is essential to meeting the evolving needs of our clients, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a talented workforce as diverse as the clients and communities that contribute to our success.