Accounting/Finance Salary in Kirkland, WA

Organization SummaryCascade Asset Management Company ("Cascade") is proud to protect and grow capital in service of Bill Gates and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust in support of their mission-related and philanthropic activities. Mr. Gates and the Foundation Trust are committed to creating a world where every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, productive life.Located in the Seattle area, Cascade applies its fundamental, long-horizon investment approach across asset classes and geographies, primarily through direct investing, as well as through a select group of funds and segregated accounts. Cascade offers the unique blend of being part of a multi-billion-dollar portfolio while also working with a team of professionals in a culture that values intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and respect.Team DescriptionThe Portfolio Analyst position is within Cascade's Portfolio Analysis, Asset Allocation, and Risk (PAAAR) Team. The Portfolio Analysis Team is responsible for performance reporting, portfolio analysis, private investment valuation oversight, coordination of business requirements across multiple teams and vendor relationship management.Position DescriptionThe successful candidate will support the creation of a new private investment valuation oversight function as well as the evolution of portfolio performance reporting while gaining in-depth exposure to a wide array of sophisticated and complex financial instruments and industry practices. Role is a fantastic opportunity for a team-oriented private equity valuation professional looking for the opportunity to expand skills across a diversified set of public and private securities, as well as portfolio-level performance analysis.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop the firm's private investment valuation oversight function, including process design and implementation, valuation model standardization and automation, valuation data governance, and executive reporting.Perform ongoing valuation review procedures and create valuation committee materials.Engage as a thought partner with investment team members and asset managers; share insights regarding industry valuation best practices.Provide valuation training and feedback.Actively develop and maintain meaningful working relationships, both externally and within the organization, to understand and effectively address business needs.Collaborate with Technology Team to enhance private investment platform functionality and evangelize internally (e.g. fund look-through, fee reporting, portal views, etc.).Learn existing performance and portfolio reporting infrastructure. Develop skills and understanding of the portfolio data including sources, potential errors, and correction techniques.Skills and QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Finance or similar field preferred; progress toward CFA designation or MBA a plus.5 - 8+ years of private investment experience, with 5 years' experience with valuations.Proven attention to detail, with low-tolerance approach to errors.Advanced valuation skills across multiple asset classes, Excel skills, and exposure to large data sets - with a natural curiosity and ability to explain the story behind the numbers.Excellent quantitative, problem solving and analytical skills.Outstanding interpersonal skills with an empathic style.Exceptional written and visual communication skills.Humble and flexible with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on projects.A strong personal interest in markets and the institutional investment process across a diversified set of asset classes.Experience with iLevel, Bloomberg, and BlackRock's suite of portfolio reporting tools preferred.What We OfferCascade is committed to paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $160,000 with the exact amount driven by several factors including relevant experience, knowledge, education, degree to which a candidate meets the role requirements, and other qualifications. We believe that our employees are the reason for our success, and in recognition of their contributions, we also offer a discretionary annual bonus as part of the total compensation.Cascade proudly supports our employees and their families with a comprehensive fully paid benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance, and a generous employer match to 401(k) retirement savings contributions. Employees are also eligible for 18 days of paid vacation each year for the first four years of employment, eight paid holidays, up to three floating holidays per year, up to 14 days of sick leave, and generous paid parental and family leave. Our benefits also include several employee wellness programs and mental health resources, a charitable giving match, and reimbursement for fitness, daycare, and/or commuter expenses.What We ValueCascade values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is deeply committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and all applicants seeking employment. All employment decisions are based on a candidate's or employee's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran, military, marital status, sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Questions regarding accommodation requests due to a disability should be directed to Human Resources.Employment RequirementsUpon hire you are required to present proof of your eligibility to legally work in the U.S.