Company: Our client, one of the largest alternative asset management firms, is looking for an AVP for their real estate team. The group's core focus is to provide financial planning, reporting, and analysis on behalf of the investment vehicles.

Job Title: Investment Fund Modeling and Valuations, AVP

Job Description:

The Finance and Reporting Team provides financial planning, reporting, and analysis on behalf of the investment vehicles.

• Maintain fund models supporting investment level return expectations to facilitate long-term financial projections for investors, senior management deliverables, and corporate reporting.
• Coordinate the quarterly valuation process and preparation of materials. Calculate mark-to-market estimates and projected fund returns pursuant to firm policies for real estate debt and other credit instruments.
• Execute valuation control framework, including communication with auditors and third-party providers, and independent valuation verification according to firm policies and procedures.
• Drive the preparation of periodic analytics and scenario analysis (e.g., impacts of loan maturities and capital markets activity) to add strategic insight into business performance and future results.
• Assist in the preparation of management materials for earnings release preparation and other marketing-related schedules and exhibits.
• Mentor and oversee the work product of junior professionals.
• Interface with stakeholders across the firm including, but not limited to, the Investment and Asset Management teams, Investor Relations, and Fund Accounting.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting
• 6 years of experience
• Strong Excel/modeling skills required; experience with valuation or forecasting required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience in the financial services and/or real estate industries is preferred