Analyst, Portfolio Valuation

Kroll

Posted 8 days ago

Full Time

Nashville, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Analysts will provide valuation advisory services to the alternative investment community, including designing financial models for various valuation analyses on illiquid investments. Responsibilities also involve interviewing clients, building client relationships, and reporting/presenting analyses and conclusions.

Kroll is seeking a Portfolio Valuation Analyst with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. The ideal candidate should have experience with financial modeling, valuation analysis, and strong communication skills. Recent graduates (December 2022 - December 2023) with a GPA of 3.2 or higher are encouraged to apply.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Valuation Models

Financial Models

Discounted Cash Flow

Market Multiple

Market Transaction

Option Pricing

Illiquid Investments

Excel

Microsoft Word

Analytical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Time Management

Workflow Management

Bloomberg

Job Description

Portfolio Valuation - Analyst 

Join Kroll's Global Portfolio Valuation Team and gain hands-on experience in the dynamic field of Portfolio Valuation. We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to contribute as new joiners here at Kroll.

As a market leader in providing illiquid portfolio pricing valuation, our Portfolio Valuation professionals assist clients in the valuation of alternative investments, specifically for securities and positions for which there are no "active market" quotations available. Our Analysts receive world-class training, outstanding benefits, strong career progression, competitive salaries and relocation assistance when applicable.

At Kroll, your work will help deliver clarity to our clients’ most complex governance, risk, and transparency challenges. Apply now to join One team, One Kroll.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Are you a risk taker that is open to changing the way you think about solving financial problems through consensus building and collaborating with others in a team environment?  Then we want to talk to you about the role of a Portfolio Valuation Analyst. 

Portfolio Valuation Analysts will provide a range of valuation advisory services specifically to the alternative investment community including private equity and hedge funds, business development companies, pensions and endowments, in connection with our assisting those clients with valuation issues surrounding their alternative investment positions.

  • Designing financial models for discounted cash flow, market multiple, market transaction and option pricing analyses
  • Performing valuation analysis on a wide range of illiquid investments broadly distributed across industries and geographies while using accepted and relevant approaches and theory
  • Assisting team with Interviewing clients, including face-to-face meetings, to gather data and information pertinent to the engagement
  • Working with management in building and maintaining client relationships
  • Reporting and presenting analyses and conclusions including written reports
  • Attending relevant industry events to broaden your knowledge and experience within the alternative asset industry

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration (with a concentration in Accounting or Finance), Management (with a concentration in Accounting or Finance), Engineering (with a minimum of four Junior and/or Senior level courses in Accounting, Economics or Finance) or MBA from an accredited college or university within the last 3 years. 
  • Graduation date between December 2022 through December 2023
  • GPA of 3.2
  • An understanding and preferred professional experience in constructing and reviewing valuation models and other financial models including DCF, marker approach, commodity contracts/forecasts and other contingent claim analysis
  • Strong Excel & Microsoft Word skills
  • Consensus driven and team focused with strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills that help represent diverse communities
  • Openness to change, attention to detail, ability to manage time and workflow & focus on quality work
  • Risk tolerant and comfortable in a rapidly changing environment
  • Knowledge of software packages including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of market Data sources including Bloomberg and S&P Capital IQ
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

About Kroll 

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll. 

Kroll is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

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Kroll

As the leading independent provider of risk and financial advisory solutions, Kroll leverages our unique insights, data and technology to help clients stay ahead of complex demands. Kroll's team of more than 6,500 professionals worldwide continues the firm’s nearly 100-year history of trusted expertise spanning risk, governance, transactions and valuation. Our advanced solutions and intelligence provide clients the foresight they need to create an enduring competitive advantage. At Kroll, our values define who we are and how we partner with clients and communities. Learn more at Kroll.com.

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