Valuation Control Analyst

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Job Overview

Valuation Control Analyst

The Valuation Control Group (VCG) is an independent team of subject matter experts within the Finance Division. VCG's primary responsibility is to reasonably ensure that risk portfolios are fairly valued in accordance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. In doing so, the team works closely with its stakeholders, including senior management, business heads, product controllers, market risk, regulators, and both internal and external audit.

As part of the team of diverse and supportive professionals, the main tasks are concerned with performing valuation control processes for various businesses within Citi's Institutional Clients Group.

 We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to work within the Valuation Control Group as a finance analyst.

In this position, you will use and expand your experience and professional skills for the following responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform valuation control related core production: Independent Price Verification (IPV), Valuation Adjustments, Fair Value Levelling.

• Own or contribute to tasks relating to reporting, projects or analysis of results and significant matters.

• Analyze and reconcile valuation differences between front office marks and independent valuations, providing clear explanations and supporting documentation for discrepancies.

• Work with Front Office traders, Risk Management, Markets Controllers and other stakeholders to ensure a complete understanding and proper resolution of valuation issues.

• Ensure particular attention is given to the design and execution of controls.

• Assist in preparing valuation reports and presentations for senior management, internal committees, and regulatory bodies.

The ideal candidate for this position preferably possesses the following qualifications and skills:

Qualifications & Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.

• Relevant professional experience of 1-3 years or demonstrated interest in Finance (preferably Valuations, Risk, Product Control, or similar functions).

• Knowledge of, experience with, or a demonstrated interest in financial products and valuation principles. Understanding of financial statements and basic accounting concepts.

• Strong computer literacy, with special regards to Microsoft Excel.

• Fluent English with strong verbal and written communication skills at minimum B2 level.

We are a development-focused organization. The above qualifications and skills are considered as primary assets for the position – but we do not pursue perfectionism: we look for capable colleagues and help them grow to excellence in their fields and positions.

Benefits:

• A platform to work on a wide range of projects leveraging product & valuation knowledge along with data tools including KNIME, Power BI, Tableau and Python.

• Flexible work arrangements in an organization that acknowledges work-life balance.

• Career management and mentoring by senior colleagues and leaders.

• Inclusive and friendly corporate culture where gender diversity and equality is widely recognized.

• A socially active team and communities with diverse networking opportunities.

• A supportive workplace for professionals returning to the office from childcare leave.

• Competitive compensation package.

• In-depth understanding of pricing and price verification approaches for various products.

• Opportunity to build strong process improvement capabilities.