Investment Performance Analyst
AssetMark
Job Description:
AssetMark is a leading strategic provider of innovative investment and consulting solutions serving independent financial advisors. We provide investment, relationship, and practice management solutions that advisors use in helping clients achieve wealth, independence, and purpose.
The Job/What You'll Do:
The Investment Performance Analyst will have ownership of the performance and reporting output for AssetMark client performance, composite reporting, and benchmark performance. Primary responsibilities are to support and lead initiatives specific to portfolio performance measurement and presentation with focus on providing a high level of accurate, timely, clear, and comprehensive performance reporting for independent financial advisors and their clients in addition to internal/external portfolio strategists and managers.
We can consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to one of our following offices: Phoenix, AZ or Concord, CA.
Responsibilities:
Maintain performance data/systems for all portfolios, and support related reporting by utilizing proprietary and 3rd party applications
Oversee and perform composite construction and maintenance
Maintain benchmark data received from 3rd party data sources
Perform and oversee periodic performance data audits and issue resolution in accounting system, ensure that all audit narratives, backup information and required sign-offs are up to date for Service Organization Controls
Independently manage resolution of all incoming investor performance questions and analysis requests achieving service quality and SLAs
Provide support for stakeholders Investments, Marketing, Sales, and Legal/Compliance as it relates to investment performance information; includes client portfolio daily/monthly/quarterly, model account, composite, and benchmark performance across various strategies performance information
Ensure timely and accurate performance data is delivered to internal groups and 3rd party databases
Collaborate with Product and Technology teams to develop performance reporting capabilities, ensure data quality of reports, and resolve all open external reporting issues
Serve as a primary resource to gather documentation and perform research for internal and external auditors, while keeping leadership informed
Provide guidance and support of Quarterly Performance Review (QPR) production
SME on projects and planning related to investment performance
Identify workflow/system improvements and engage resources to enact change
Execute operational projects as well as various ad hoc analyses and research as required
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge of GIPS standards
Computer literacy, knowledge of Excel and Word, detailed oriented, advanced analytical skills
Ability to work well within a daily, production, team-oriented environment
Ability to execute quickly and meet stated deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively and confidently with clients and staff at all levels.
Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) a plus
Knowledge of Invest Cloud APL a plus
Experience in analyzing and documenting business, user, and data requirements
Working knowledge of handling third party performance and/or attribution systems that utilize transaction-level information, including hands-on experience with maintenance, troubleshooting, reporting, and analysis of such systems.
Strong forward thinking and strategic thinking skills
Education & Experience:
At least 5 years of investment operations experience with a minimum of 3 years in performance measurement experience
Bachelor’s degree required
Compensation: The Base Salary range for this position is between $65,000-$80,000.
This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Who We Are & What We Offer:
AssetMark’s mission is centered around helping financial advisors make a difference in the lives of their clients. To help them do that, we aim to provide advisors with holistic support. We offer compelling technology that facilitates a better client experience, consulting services that ensure advisors’ businesses are running at their best and a comprehensive suite of investment solutions. AssetMark’s platform empowers advisors to provide the highest level of service possible to their clients.
AssetMark’s culture is driven by our mission and connected by our values; Heart, Integrity, Excellence and Respect. You will join a team that lives these values every day by doing the best and what is right in all we do and encouraging different ideas for continual success and innovation. Additionally, we offer a wide range of benefits to meet the needs of our team members and their families.
- Flex Time Off or Paid Time/Sick Time Off
- 401K – 6% Employer Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision – HDHP or PPO
- HSA – Employer contribution (HDHP only)
- Volunteer Time Off
- Career Development / Recognition
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Hybrid Work Schedule
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AssetMark is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.