OUR SERVICES: FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Investment Analyst
What does an Investment Analyst do?
An Investment Analyst conducts research and analysis to provide insights and recommendations on investment opportunities. They evaluate financial data, market trends, and economic indicators to assess the performance and potential risks of various investment options, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Investment Analysts use quantitative and qualitative methods to forecast financial outcomes, develop investment strategies, and construct portfolios that align with clients’ objectives and risk tolerance. They also prepare reports, presentations, and investment memos to communicate their findings and recommendations to portfolio managers, clients, and other stakeholders in the investment decision-making process.
Tier 1 |
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1 to 2 years of experience |
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Tier 2 |
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3 to 5 years of experience |
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Tier 3 |
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> 5 years of experience |
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ABOUT THE ROLE
Roles and Responsibilities
- Conducting financial research and analysis on investment opportunities.
- Evaluating market trends, economic indicators, and company financials.
- Assessing risks and returns associated with investment options.
- Developing investment strategies and portfolio recommendations.
- Creating reports, presentations, and investment memos.
- Communicating findings and recommendations to portfolio managers, clients, and stakeholders effectively.
Day-to-Day Duties
- Conduct financial research and analysis.
- Monitor market trends and economic indicators.
- Evaluate company financials and investment opportunities.
- Prepare reports and investment recommendations.
- Communicate findings to stakeholders.
SKILLS AND TOOLS
Tools
Education
Common Educational Backgrounds and Careers for this Role:
- Public Accounting
- Business Administration
- Forensic Finance
- Economics
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Investment Management
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Management
- Business Finance
CANDIDATES TESTS
Tests & Evaluations for Candidates
QuickBooks
QuickBooks Online (UK and US version) test to hire8/10
Bookkeepers, accountants, financial clerks, financial managers, business and clerical administrators.
GAAP
Use the Financial accounting (US GAAP) test to hire8/10
Bookkeepers, accounts assistants, financial accountants, financial managers, and other roles requiring a good grasp of financial accounting.
IFRS
Use the Financial accounting (IFRS) test to hire8/10
Bookkeepers, accounts assistants, financial accountants, financial managers, and other roles requiring a good grasp of financial accounting.