What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investment Analyst position at vaenterprises?
The Investment Analyst is an integral part of a dedicated and highly skilled team, responsible for providing outstanding customized service to our clients. The Investment Analyst will develop their analytical acumen through rigorous investment diligence and research. The individual in this role will work collaboratively with other teams and third parties to assist in coordinating investment efforts while delivering an outstanding overall Client experience and outcome.
Reporting Relationship:
Chief Investment Officer
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operations:
• Ensure the accuracy of investment portfolio data, including performance metrics and market values, to support the oversight of a multi-asset class and multi-manager investment program.
• Become an expert on the investment reporting system to ensure accurate and timely delivery of investment-related reports.
• Manage daily operational processes, including coordination of all investment-related transactions.
• Manage relationships with external service providers, including investment performance systems, custody banks, and fund administrators.
• Work closely with Finance/Accounting on the monthly close and year-end audit processes related to investments.
• Create and improve operational processes and procedures to ensure best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements, including Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering.
• Compile monthly and quarterly investment data to contribute to investment-focused performance and commentary.
• Assist with completing and finalizing documentation for investment-related matters.
Investments:
• Monitor asset allocation, risk management, liquidity, and performance attribution.
• Assist in the diligence of new investment opportunities across a range of asset classes (public equity, hedge funds, private equity, and fixed income).
• Develop models, create reports, compile data, and perform in-depth investment performance analysis to assist in investment decisions; ensure data integrity.
• Interface with third parties to compile required data and information and resolve diligence-related issues while mitigating risks.
• Perform in-depth market and asset class analysis to adequately assess and support the underwriting of investment themes and individual managers.
Other:
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with others; attentively listen, ask questions, work well with others, and demonstrate a desire to be part of a team.
• Exercise sound judgment and an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required.
• At least three years of experience in finance and investments; exposure to risk management is desirable.
• Exceptional quantitative background with experience in financial modeling, valuations, and financial analysis.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and investment-related software.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including effectively writing reports and information.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency; strong attention to detail while keeping the overall Clients’ objectives in the forefront.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Naturally inquisitive; high degree of intellectual curiosity.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Occasional regional and national travel required.
• Must maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics, and integrity in all operations.
• Uncompromised commitment to the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy in all aspects of job responsibilities must be exercised at all times.
Reporting Relationship:
Chief Investment Officer
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operations:
• Ensure the accuracy of investment portfolio data, including performance metrics and market values, to support the oversight of a multi-asset class and multi-manager investment program.
• Become an expert on the investment reporting system to ensure accurate and timely delivery of investment-related reports.
• Manage daily operational processes, including coordination of all investment-related transactions.
• Manage relationships with external service providers, including investment performance systems, custody banks, and fund administrators.
• Work closely with Finance/Accounting on the monthly close and year-end audit processes related to investments.
• Create and improve operational processes and procedures to ensure best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements, including Know Your Customer and Anti-Money Laundering.
• Compile monthly and quarterly investment data to contribute to investment-focused performance and commentary.
• Assist with completing and finalizing documentation for investment-related matters.
Investments:
• Monitor asset allocation, risk management, liquidity, and performance attribution.
• Assist in the diligence of new investment opportunities across a range of asset classes (public equity, hedge funds, private equity, and fixed income).
• Develop models, create reports, compile data, and perform in-depth investment performance analysis to assist in investment decisions; ensure data integrity.
• Interface with third parties to compile required data and information and resolve diligence-related issues while mitigating risks.
• Perform in-depth market and asset class analysis to adequately assess and support the underwriting of investment themes and individual managers.
Other:
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with others; attentively listen, ask questions, work well with others, and demonstrate a desire to be part of a team.
• Exercise sound judgment and an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required.
• At least three years of experience in finance and investments; exposure to risk management is desirable.
• Exceptional quantitative background with experience in financial modeling, valuations, and financial analysis.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and investment-related software.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including effectively writing reports and information.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency; strong attention to detail while keeping the overall Clients’ objectives in the forefront.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Naturally inquisitive; high degree of intellectual curiosity.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Occasional regional and national travel required.
• Must maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, ethics, and integrity in all operations.
• Uncompromised commitment to the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy in all aspects of job responsibilities must be exercised at all times.
