Responsible for assisting with the collection, collation and analyses of data to inform strategies and policies as well as providing operational support for the day-to-day implementation and monitoring of business transformation activities including governance, financials, risk and compliance.
Job Description
Job Title: Investment Analyst
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the implementation of business transformation, performance monitoring and reporting, systems and processes to provide timely financial and operational information for decision making for the investment holding company
- Analyse and provide relevant information for the development and implementation of strategies for portfolio companies to increase revenue, improve operations, strengthen financial controls, and increase shareholder value
- Conduct market research and provide insights on market activities and trends to inform operational and strategic plans
- Conduct business and financial analysis to provide information for decision-making by executive management and the Board of Directors
- Provide assistance for performance monitoring of the portfolio companies to inform the development of business transformation strategies for continuous growth, improvement and realization of value-for-money
- Assist with the preparation of stakeholder communications and reports
- Coordinate operational efforts for the investment holding company and the portfolio companies including performance improvement systems, processes and activities in line with management directives
Competencies:
- Excellent analytical skills
- Superior interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong research abilities
- Knowledge of corporate governance, risk and compliance issues
- Ability to develop and implement strategies, policies and structures
- Knowledge of financial markets, financial management systems and financial services industry requirements
- Well-defined and highly developed analytical skills
- Ability to use data and analytics/business financial modelling tools
- Knowledge of regulatory and operational requirements
- Negotiation skills
- Ability to write clear, concise and compelling reports for senior stakeholders
- Excellent competencies in computers and Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to work well individually and with teams
Qualification and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a business or related field (e.g. Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Actuarial Science) from reputable institutions
- Relevant professional qualification or progress towards such ( e.g. Chartered Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst)
- A minimum of two (2) years of analysis experience in a private equity firm, or
- A minimum of five (5) years of analysis experience in industry or public sector. Particular experience in universal banks or other financial institutions is a plus
- Experience in the Ghana banking sector is a plus
How to Apply
To apply, please send CV to [email protected]