Business Analyst at Onyx Investment Advisory Limited

Job Description

• The Business Analyst is responsible for undertaking financial research and reporting on prospective investment avenues.
• The successful candidate will study how an investment is likely to perform and how sustainable it is.
• You will also often participate in our clients’ business continuity management strategy development with a snapshot of the client’s financial health to provide the necessary data for our decision making process.
• This is all done within the confines of OnyxIAL’s goals and vision.

Specific Responsibilities

• Research companies, particularly in terms of their financial functioning
• Analyse company accounts, profit and loss sheets and cash flow information
• Interpreting complicated financial information
• Write financial research summaries and make informed recommendations
• Examine and assess economic and market trends, earnings prospects, financial statements and various other indicators and factors to determine suitable investment strategies
• Collate detailed, up-to-date information about the Nigerian economy and financial markets.
• Look back at previous investment decisions and the thought process of making the investment decision
• Liaise with financial institutions and network with industry professionals
• Monitor closely financial press and keep a track of market trends, opportunities, risks and new investment products
• Compile advisory reports and make informed recommendations on new investment opportunities and funds that could enhance or diversify portfolios
• Develop complex financial models and analyse legal documents.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree in Finance, Investment Banking, or Accounting with 3+ years relevant work experience.
• Strong mathematical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• A flair for statistics and data manipulation.
• Confident presentation abilities.
• Thorough understanding of financial analysis and investment strategy.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• A team player who can work independently.