Alternative Asset Analyst

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants, and financial intermediaries—are served by over 1,000 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

Position Summary

The Alternative Asset Team supports all operational and reporting aspects of alternative assets at Brown Advisory, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reporting, transactions and valuations related to private equity, hedge fund, and direct investment deals. The Alternative Asset Analyst is responsible for the full investment lifecycle of these securities. Daily tasks include, but are not limited to: generate monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports for our client and institutional relationships, researching and resolving valuation audit and tolerance breaks; responding to and resolving ad-hoc requests and ticket queues for alternative assets; and contributing to business process efficiency initiatives. The Alternative Asset Analyst interfaces frequently with members of the investment team, to ensure efficient and effective processes are in place to support the firm’s investment strategy.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Independently review, research, assess and update valuations for alternative assets

• Produce custom business-segment and/or firm analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad-hoc basis

• Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, to ensure timely and accurate reporting

• Validate alternative asset statements provided by fund companies to ensure accuracy.

• Engage custodians, funds, internal portfolio management, client service and operational teams to resolve valuation issues, breaks, delays and other related matters.

• Escalate fair value pricing matters where valuations might be incorrect, and utilize judgement to determine resolution against pricing policies and guidelines. Present factual support and documentation in order to resolve pricing discrepancies with necessary stakeholders.

• Manage queue of ticket requests within internal task management system and work with team members to align task flow and independently resolve tickets as needed.

• Leverage financial and market knowledge to evaluate various pricing data points to determine appropriate action, execute updates to systems and provide data to support the recommended course of action.

• Partner with client teams when on-boarding large relationships with complex alternative asset holdings and recommend proper courses of action.

• Manage the internal and external transfer of these investments, as well as execution of subscription and redemption activities

• Proactively identifying and escalating control gaps and proposing and instituting best practices and tools to be more efficient and effective.

• Lead and contribute to firm-wide and departmental value-add projects and present project findings to leadership and other stakeholders as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting, or economics concentration preferred.

• 1-3 years of experience required.

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets, and possess general knowledge of market mechanics.

• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v-lookup functionality.

• Demonstrated analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills.

• Strong level of attention to detail, proven ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities, and a sense of urgency is required.

• Must have the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a very fast-paced, team environment.

• Strong decision making, organization, and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• A client-first mentality, demonstrated flexibility, and strong communication skills.

• Strong time-management, problem-resolution and research skills.

• Experience with eFront, Advent, Axys/APX, or similar accounting product experience preferred

• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and escalate expeditiously as necessary.

• Ability to work in our Baltimore office five days a week

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization (e.g., H-1B , O-1, F-1 (OPT), TN, or any other non-immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).

Salary: $60-$72k. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long term incentive eligibility (if applicable).

Benefits

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness program participation incentive
• Financial wellness program
• Fitness event fee reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
• Adoption Benefits
• Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid parental leave
• Group Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.