Product Control Associate
Location: New York, NY
About the Opportunity
Our client is a leading global alternative investment manager with a long-established track record of investing across credit, equities, real assets, and special situations. Managing capital on behalf of institutional investors worldwide, the firm is known for its research-driven investment approach, collaborative culture, and ability to navigate complex market environments.
As part of continued growth, they are seeking a Product Control Associate to join their Pricing, Reporting & Analytics team. This is a high-visibility position offering direct interaction with investment professionals, trading desks, finance, operations, and senior leadership. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of complex investment strategies while helping ensure the integrity of portfolio valuation, pricing, and financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Support daily, weekly, and monthly pricing processes across a diverse range of credit and multi-asset investments.
- Produce and distribute performance, valuation, and risk reporting for internal stakeholders.
- Respond to ad hoc analytical requests from portfolio managers, traders, and senior management.
- Assist with P&L and NAV reconciliation across multiple investment vehicles.
- Contribute to the enhancement and automation of reporting processes and operational infrastructure.
- Partner with technology, operations, finance, and investment teams on firm-wide reporting and data initiatives.
- Maintain pricing policies, valuation controls, and reporting procedures while ensuring adherence to internal governance standards.
What We’re Looking For
Experience
- 2-4 years of experience within Product Control, Valuation, Fund Accounting, Operations, or a similar function at an investment bank, alternative asset manager, fund administrator, or Big Four accounting firm.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Technical Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and data manipulation.
- Experience using Bloomberg Terminal.
- Exposure to SQL and/or Python is advantageous.
- Experience with Geneva or similar investment accounting platforms is beneficial.
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools is a plus.
Knowledge & Attributes
- Strong understanding of financial markets, with particular exposure to credit products including loans, bonds, structured products, and derivatives.
- Excellent analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with confidence interacting across investment, trading, finance, and operations teams.
- A proactive, collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in financial markets and investment management.
If interested in the opportunity or want to learn more, please feel free to reach out to [email protected]
