Financial Analyst, Data Management & Reporting - Nucleus Advisors

Nucleus Overview and Mission
Nucleus Advisors is a seasoned, transformational, multi-generational, multi-cultural Private Wealth Advisory business with a vision to make a difference with each of our clients and inspire collaboration across generations to create lasting legacies.

Our mission is to locate and connect with the world's entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, and advocates – each creating a legacy in their own ways – and guide them on their journey. With everything we do, we lean into our values of Connection, Direction, Depth, Curiosity and Withness®.

Location: Join us in our Chelsea HQ at 512 W 22nd Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY

Position Summary
The Financial Analyst, Data Management and Reporting role plays a crucial and strategic role at Nucleus and is central to implementing our growth strategy. You will report to the Director of our Client Portfolios team.

The Financial Analyst will be a proven and collaborative teammate and will support Nucleus as we develop new and enhance current internal and client-facing portfolio reporting, implementation, and research capabilities, to ensure Nucleus remains on the path to preeminence in the wealth advisory industry.

There is a flexible in-office schedule, with a requirement of at least three days a week in the office, located in the heart of NYC's lively Chelsea neighborhood.

What You'll Do

Embrace learning, lean into openness and team collaboration, and develop as a NexGen leader
Work with Nucleus' Analysts and Associates to prepare monthly and quarterly client portfolio reports
Collect, consolidate, and present data tracking transactions and valuation updates for alternative investments (hedge funds, private equity funds, other limited partnerships)
Integrate new accounts and private investments into Nucleus' portfolios and reporting
Help with the maintenance and support with Nucleus' client portal users
Perform regular quality checks to ensure alternative investment transactions and performance data is accurate, complete, reliable, and timely
Develop relationships and work with alternative investment fund managers and administrators, and Hightower's client reporting support team to provide an accurate and streamlined reporting process
Create and document policies and procedures for data management, data integrity and quality assurance
Coordinate with Hightower's Field Supervision team to ensure Nucleus remains compliant with data retention and private asset valuation policies
Oversee control related tasks across the reporting functions to provide a single cohesive approach to reporting and audit protocols
Help evaluate and integrate new processes and technology solutions to increase efficiency in Nucleus' client reporting
Help with investment due diligence and markets research
Help with ad-hoc client reporting requests and projects
There will be opportunities to work with all members of the team and learn about asset allocation, portfolio management, alternative investments, and trust and estate, insurance, tax, financial and philanthropic planning.
You are one that is committed to making a positive difference for clients in the wealth management industry. You have a keen interest and curiosity about financial markets and personal finance topics.

What You'll Bring

Strong quantitative and financial knowledge
Exceptional attention to detail
Comfort and expertise with analyzing large datasets, in MS Excel
Methodical, thorough, and efficient in completing projects
Ability to identify patterns in the data and effectively present and convey complex topics in an easy-to-understand manner
Can effectively balance multiple simultaneous priorities and deadlines with tight timelines
Interest in gaining knowledge about wealth management, portfolio allocation and alternative investments
Initiating projects and asking, “How can I help?”
Perseverance and resourcefulness in problem solving
Desire to collaborate in small groups, move toward open dialogue and be surrounded by people equally inspired by learning
Comfort with and desire to give and receive feedback
Ability to foster relationships with teammates, clients, and third-party vendors
Professionalism
EQ, Attunement, and Empathy

Education and Experience

Undergraduate degree required (provide GPA)
We prefer a degree in finance, accounting, statistics, engineering, or information technology.
3 or more years of professional experience
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required
Experience with Black Diamond's investment portfolio reporting software is preferred, but not required

What We Offer

Annual base salary of $100,000-$115,000 plus discretionary bonus, based on qualifications and experience
Coverage on the first day of employment for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave (16 weeks for primary caregiver and 8 weeks for secondary caregiver)
Potential hybrid model work schedule – minimum of 3 days in office
401k matching plan
HSA employer contributions
Student loan assistance
Pet insurance

Our Story
Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, and 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Hightower's capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their financial vision. Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).

Hightower Advisors, LLC is an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment advisor does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Securities are offered through Hightower Securities, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or have other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.

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