Job Vacancy For Investment Analyst

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.

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