Investment Junior Financial Data Analyst

About the position:

In this role the Investment Junior Financial Data Analyst will be responsible for the identification, aggregation and reporting of private equity fund transactional data, as well as private company characteristics and financial statement metrics. Data is compiled through the examination and analysis of Fund Manager reporting and other resources. This information helps the company’s Institutional Asset Owner clients better understand their portfolio composition, as well as measure investment performance and risk.

This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant, fast growing and dynamic Data Operations Team that helps set the gold standard for research quality in private capital data.

Responsibilities:

• Detailed review and analysis of private capital fund financial reporting and online resources, to accurately identify relevant fund and company level financial data
• Capture, enhance and maintain large volumes of financial data
• Develop an in-depth understanding of fund valuations, capital flows, performance reporting methodologies, financial statement metrics and industry classification standards
• Perform audits and other quality control functions for the content set
• Comply with all data policies, standards and processes

Qualifications and Experience required:

• Newly qualified graduate with a degree majoring in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Information System or any related qualification and a Graduate with 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience
• Must have excellent academic results and must submit academic transcripts as part of the screening process
• Familiar with financial markets, accounting practices and private capital
• Working knowledge of MS Excel
• Experience with database applications will be advantageous
• Must have driver’s license and own reliable transportation
• Must reside in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town

Skills and Attributes:

• Detail oriented, analytical and inquisitive mindset
• Strong numerical ability and excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Highly organised and self-disciplined
• High levels of focus and the ability to work with and accurately process large volumes of financial data
• Positive attitude and desire to learn