Valuation Control Senior Analyst

Valuation Control Senior 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 senior finance analyst.

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

What you'll do

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

• Take full ownership of identified valuation discrepancies, conducting thorough investigations into root causes, collaborating with relevant teams for timely resolution, and clearly communicating findings to management.

• Drive the development, enhancement, and documentation of valuation control policies, procedures, and methodologies with particular attention to the design of controls, incorporating evolving industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure timely remediation of regulatory matters requiring attention, audit findings and reporting demands associated with the area of responsibility.

• Represent VCG in various cross-functional initiatives, working groups, and discussions with internal and external auditors or regulatory bodies.

• Actively contribute to strategic projects aimed at strengthening the firm's valuation control framework and improving operational efficiency.

• People management dependent on the level and scope of the position.

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

What we'll need from you

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

• 5-10 years' professional experience in Finance (preferably in Valuations, Product Control, Risk, Financial Control, or similar functions).

• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of resolving complex valuation issues independently.

• Strong understanding of current global accounting and regulatory developments pertaining to valuation of financial instruments.

• In-depth knowledge of a broad range of financial instruments, market dynamics, and valuation methodologies.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts and valuation results effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management

• Strong computer literacy with special regards to Microsoft Excel.

• Experience in leading, mentoring, or coaching teams is highly desirable for certain roles within this function.

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.

What we can offer you

• Employer paid Defined Contribution Pension Plan contribution of 6% of employee’s pensionable earnings (PPE Program)

• Employer paid Private Medical Care Package for employees and Private Medical Care Packages for certain family members available at preferential rates

• Employer paid Life Insurance Program for employees and Life Insurance for certain family members available at preferential rates

• Employee Assistance Program financed by Employer

• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave; statutory and 2 weeks additional paid paternity leave)

• Sport Card for employees subsidised via Social Benefits Fund and Sport Cards for certain family members available at preferential rates

• Additional benefits from Company’s Social Benefit Fund, in particular: Holidays Allowance, support for sport and cultural activities, team building events.

• Additional day off for volunteering

• Cafeteria/ flex benefit – a company benefits system which enables employ