FP&A- Asset Management

Job Title: Vice President – Finance/Financial Planning & Analysis – Covering Asset Management Business

Location: New York City/New York Metropolitan/Hybrid

Firm Overview:

Cantor Fitzgerald is a diversified company primarily specializing in financial and real estate services for institutional and corporate customers operating in the global financial and commercial real estate markets. Since 1945, we have successfully built a well-capitalized business across multiple business lines, with numerous market-leading financial services and commercial real estate businesses. We have been at the forefront of financial and technological innovation in our industries while developing new markets and providing superior service to thousands of customers globally. At Cantor, our employees are our greatest asset. We look for individuals who are driven, intellectually engaged, team-oriented and have a real desire to make an impact.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated FP&A professional to join our Front Office FP&A team, with primary responsibility for Asset Management and secondary support for other front-office businesses. This role will serve as the finance lead for the Asset Management division, owning P&L oversight, forecasting, and strategic performance analysis, and will work closely with COO teams, Fund Accounting and senior leadership. The position offers exposure to complex business lines, senior executives, and high-visibility projects.

Responsibilities:

• Own and maintain the Asset Management P&L, ensuring accurate monthly close, variance analysis, and reconciliation to GAAP.
• Prepare and deliver recurring financial reports and business performance packs for senior business heads and Finance leadership.
• Analyze revenue drivers (management fees, performance fees) and expense trends; highlight key movements and underlying business factors.
• Partner with Product Control, Corporate Accounting, and Fund Accounting to reconcile results and resolve issues promptly.
• Support periodic budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with corporate targets.
• Develop and enhance reporting tools to improve transparency, efficiency, and analytical capabilities.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to special finance projects as assigned by senior management.

Qualifications:

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in FP&A, finance, or accounting, with exposure to Asset Management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred.
• MBA, CPA or CFA strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of AUM-based revenue models, performance fees, fund-level expense allocations, and Asset Management industry metrics.
• Proven ability to work with and influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to distill complex data into clear insights. Financial services experience preferred.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA a plus