Career Opportunities at ACA

GIPS Verification Services Associates

ACA seeks individuals in the investment management and performance measurement industries to join its GIPS Verification Division—ACA Beacon Verification Services—to perform GIPS Compliance Verification and Consulting out of its Chattanooga, TN, or New York Metro offices.

Verification Associates assist with all aspects of the verification process. This primarily entails analyzing client performance presentations along with client processes and procedures relating to constructing accurate presentations. Verification procedures require working closely with the investment management firm personnel and with investment performance and portfolio accounting data. Along with data analysis, Verification Associates are responsible for maintaining essentially all aspects of the relationship with client management. Associates are also called upon to help refine various business practices within the client company.

Successful candidates for these positions will have a Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, economics, or accounting along with an interest in attaining the Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) after attaining the CIPM if desired. Previous work experience in investment management, investment performance, and/or financial services would be a plus.

Candidates should also have

• strong oral and written communication skills;
• a commitment to exceptional client service;
• creative problem-solving abilities;
• flexibility, motivation, independence, and intellectual curiosity;
• the ability to interact with various levels of client and firm management;
• proficiency in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel;
• the ability to service multiple clients simultaneously;
• a willingness to travel an average of four nights per month; and
• a strong work ethic and desire to innovate.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with industry experience. It will include a base salary plus incentive-based commissions and bonuses. ACA also offers an excellent benefits package.

Application Process

Applicants interested in joining a fast-paced, exciting, and dedicated group of compliance professionals should email their resumes, including salary history and requirements, to Justin Guthrie at jguthrie@acacompliancegroup.com or fax them to 423.266.8334.

ACA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, or disability.

ACA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.