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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Ideal background:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Good command of spoken and written English
• 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.

Benefits

By joining Citi Hungary, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:

• Cafeteria Program
• Home Office Allowance (for colleagues working in hybrid work models)
• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave)
• Private Medical Care Program and onsite medical rooms at our offices
• Pension Plan Contribution to voluntary pension fund
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed
• Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance
• Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines
• Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.

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Job Family Group:

Finance

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Job Family:

Valuation Control

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Most Relevant Skills

Communication, Data Analysis, Digital Skills, Domain Expertise, Internal Controls, Planning and Organizing, Product Knowledge, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Technical Product Modeling.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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