Financial Analyst

Recruiter:

Network International

Job Ref:

NWI001529/HSM

Date posted:

Friday, November 10, 2023

Location:

Kenya, South Africa

SUMMARY:
My client is seeking a Financial Analyst - Kenya. Join this dynamic team as a Financial Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping investment strategies across the continent of Africa.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Financial Modelling: Craft comprehensive financial models and conduct in-depth analysis for pipeline companies.
Performance Analysis: Analyse current and historical financial data, providing informed recommendations to enhance performance.
Capital Expenditure: Evaluate current capital expenditure and depreciation schedules for strategic decision-making.
Trend Identification: Identify trends, calculate ratios, and offer recommendations for continuous improvement in financial performance.
Market Research: Coordinate primary and secondary research on markets related to potential investments.
Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on investment opportunities to ensure informed decision-making.
Presentation Skills: Present analysis and research findings to the firm's leadership, investment committee, and other stakeholders.
Relationship Building: Establish and maintain fruitful relationships with pipeline and portfolio companies.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with a diverse and distributed investment team across Africa using digital communication tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Accounting, or equivalent. MBA or MF degree is a plus.
Professional Credentials: CFA or recognized credentials in financial modelling.
Experience: 5+ years of work experience in a VC or private equity investment firm.
Analytical Skills: Expert-level analytical and financial modelling skills.
Technical Proficiency: Excellent Excel skills, including charts, macros, and other analysis tools.
Detail Orientation: A keen eye for detail with the ability to extract meaningful information from large data sets.
Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to articulate complex concepts effectively in English.

How to Apply:
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