BDO USA, LLP

Senior Associate, Complex Securities Valuation

BDO USA, LLP$90K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; preferred majors include Accounting, Finance, Financial Engineering, or related fields.
  • Graduate degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) are preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in accounting or financial services, with a focus on complex financial instruments and valuations.
  • Experience in financial reporting and appraisal review is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation methodologies is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in delivering complex financial instrument valuations and appraisals.
  • Construct financial models for compliance, transaction support, and strategic purposes.
  • Utilize advanced mathematical models, including Monte Carlo simulations and Lattice Models for valuation.
  • Aid in hedge advisory services and model validation projects as necessary.
  • Prepare reports and documentation that illustrate complex financial issues and analyses.
  • Engage in research to support valuation and market assessments.
  • Collaborate with team members to guide project planning and execution.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Generous vacation and paid time off policies.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Flexible work schedules and potential for remote work options.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match and growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:

The Senior Associate, Valuation & Capital Markets Analytics - Complex Financial Instruments is responsible for working within a team environment to actively assist in the analysis and resolution of client matters while taking direction and receiving guidance from management members. This role is charged with execution and delivery of challenging valuation and appraisal engagements by participating in all aspects of the project from initial proposal preparation through marketing and concluding with the presentation of final analyses. In addition, this role will be charged with assisting with business development activities and appraisal reviews.

Job Duties:
  • Assists with the delivery of projects related to the valuation of illiquid and complex securities, hard-to-value assets, financial derivatives (including over-the-counter derivatives), and structured products.
  • Constructs financial models used in the valuation of complex financial instruments for financial reporting, tax and regulatory compliance, transaction support, and corporate strategy
  • Uses mathematical and statistical financial models for valuations of multiple asset classes including complex securities, options, derivatives, and credit instruments, including but not limited to, Monte Carlo simulations and Lattice Models
  • May aid in the delivery of services related to hedge advisory, strategic assessment, model validation, economic studies, and other advisory projects
  • Prepares necessary exhibits and memos in illustration of complex issues
  • Composes narrative reports in support of valuation analyses
  • Documents and maintains all appropriate aspects of work product
  • Ensures quality controls are adhered in association with all work products
  • Participates in internal and external client meetings
  • Performs related company, industry, and economic research
  • Assists and provides guidance to peers and staff members in the development of project plans and timelines for deliverables
  • Other duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, required
  • Focus in Accounting, Finance, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Risk Management, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics or Economics, preferred
  • Graduate Degree or relevant credential (e.g., FRM, CFA), preferred

Experience:
  • Two (2) or more years of experience within an accounting firm, independent advisory firm, bank or other financial services firm, preferred
  • Experience with valuation of complex financial instruments (complex securities) or derivatives, preferred
  • Prior experience in financial reporting valuation and appraisal review, preferred
  • Experience in business valuation and intangible assets, preferred

License/Certifications:
  • CFA, FRM, CPA, AM, ASA or other valuation industry credentials, preferred

Software:
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, required
  • Prior experience with Capital IQ, FactSet, SNL, or Bloomberg, preferred
  • Prior experience with Intex, Moody's Analytics, Crystal Ball, R, Python and other industry software, preferred
  • Proficiency in one of the following statistical software packages: Matlab, Stata, Octave, Mathematica, etc., preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills
  • Superior analytical and research skills
  • Solid organizational skills
  • Ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
  • Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
  • Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
  • Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
  • Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
  • Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
  • Ability for intermittent travel within the US and internationally required


Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $90,000 - $110,000
Maryland Range: $90,000 - $110,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $90,000 - $110,000

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About BDO USA, LLP

BDO USA, LLP is a professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of publicly traded and privately held companies. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. BDO USA has more than 60 offices and over 5,000 employees throughout the United States. The company is a member of the BDO International network, which has more than 1,500 offices in over 160 countries.
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