Senior Analyst - Investment Pricing And Valuation

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Get to Know the Opportunity
Seeking highly motivated self-starter for an expanding team focused on Investment Pricing/valuation. Success in this role requires a strong analytical mindset and high attention to detail. You will have a visible impact on the investment data of the firm and is an integral part of Voya Investment Management's data governance.
The Contributions You Will Make

• Analyze and provide recommendations to improve on the processes and procedures for ensuring accurate, daily mark-to-market of customer and company positions
• Review current processes and pro-actively make changes or propose initiatives to improve efficiencies in order to provide more effective pricing & valuation support to the business
• Evaluate processes for gaps in quality controls and build controls to ensure accuracy
• Communicate and work with external pricing vendors to challenge prices and understand pricing methodology
• Research and review price movements and variances, considering root cause of whether fluctuation is reasonable/appropriate
• Monitor halted/suspended securities, notifying appropriate teams, when necessary
• Ensure process reviews and supervision of process and outputs are conducted in accordance with valuation policies
• Assist in preparing and presenting key valuation metrics and trends to the Valuation Committee in a clear and concise manner on a recurring basis
• Analyze and determine valuation prices for hard to price illiquid investment positions
• Complete other projects as assigned to support ongoing business and readiness for new investment mandates
• Approach recurring processes and project-based work with a control mindset
• Build and maintain quality controls around key valuation processes and data points
• Coordinate with additional stakeholders, including Risk and Compliance, on proper procedures

Minimum Knowledge and Experience

• Hybrid work schedule (details to be discussed). New York, New York is the preferred location for this role. Highly qualified candidates who are located in the Atlanta area and can come to our 5780 Powers Ferry Road NW office on a hybrid basis may also be considered
• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or related field
• Understanding of discounted cash flows associated with valuation of fixed income securities, as well as financial statement analysis
• 2-7 years of investment industry experience in securities valuations/pricing, product control and IPV (Independent Price Verification)
• Understanding of nuanced asset types, including: Bank Loans, Structured Finance and Derivatives
• Ability to communicate and interact directly with senior investment personnel in a manner that clearly articulates solutions and conveys confidence
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL and VBA a strong plus
• Familiarity with investment technology platforms and systems. Exposure to BlackRock Solutions Aladdin® and Bloomberg is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under strict deadlines (e.g., month-end, & quarter-end)
• Ability to independently and creatively resolve problems utilizing appropriate resources
• Ability to keep pace with a rapidly changing business environment
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities to support key stakeholders
• Strong accountability and focus on execution; detail oriented
• High levels of ethics, values, and integrity

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Progress/interest towards CFA Charter, MBA or Master's in quantitative discipline desired

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Compensation Pay Disclosure:
Voya is committed to pay that's fair and equitable, which means comparable pay for comparable roles and responsibilities.
The below annual base salary range reflects the expected hiring range(s) for this position in the location(s) listed. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities (i.e., annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives) based on the role to reward the achievement of annual performance objectives. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Voya Financial is willing to pay at the time of this posting.
Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted salary range based upon the candidate's geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
$84,000 to $105,000 USD
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Voya provides the resources that can make a difference in your lives. To us, this means thriving physically, financially, socially and emotionally. Voya benefits are designed to help you do just that. That's why we offer an array of plans, programs, tools and resources with one goal in mind: To help you and your family be well and stay well.
What We Offer

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) Savings plan - with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
• Voya Retirement Plan - employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Paid time off - including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• Paid volunteer time - 40 hours per calendar year

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Critical Skills
At Voya, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:

• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
• Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
• Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
Voya Financial is an equal-opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Voya will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please reference resources for applicants with disabilities.
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