Vice President, Valuation
Adams Street Partners · Chicago, IL · 6 days ago
HybridOTHR$120k–$160k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the monthly and quarterly valuation process for private market investments, including fund investments and equity and debt instruments
- Develop and review valuation models (DCF, comparable company/transaction analysis, option pricing models, etc.)
- Audit and document key valuation assumptions, including market inputs, company performance, and macroeconomic factors
- Prepare valuation memos and materials for internal committees, auditors, and external stakeholders
- Partner with investment teams to understand portfolio company performance and key value drivers
- Interface with external auditors and manage relationships and work-streams with third-party valuation firms
- Monitor industry trends, market data, and regulatory developments impacting valuation practices
- Contribute to the enhancement of valuation policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- MBA and/or CFA will be viewed favorably
- 5–10 years of relevant experience at a Big 4 accounting firm, valuation advisory firm, or similar organization
- Strong experience valuing private market assets (private equity, venture capital, private credit)
- Deep understanding of valuation methodologies and financial modeling techniques
- Proven experience building and owning valuation processes
- Experience supporting audit processes and working with external auditors
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Competitive U.S. benefits package
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match
- Profit sharing
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Paid parental leave, including adoption
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter benefits
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Access to additional voluntary benefits