Equity Research Analyst | Forensic Accounting Focus

CFRA

$90K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in equity research, financial analysis, or credit ratings agency.
  • Preferred education and experience in accounting/auditing.
  • Experience in researching, analyzing, or auditing companies.
  • Strong background in financial statement analysis.
  • Any of the following credentials: CPA, CFA, or MBA is a plus.
  • Knowledge and interest in financial markets.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience in delivering presentations and discussing analysis with clients.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze financial data, news, and information to identify risks in U.S. Industrials companies.
  • Write and publish detailed reports for investment managers and hedge funds.
  • Engage with clients on analyzed companies and industry issues.
  • Collaborate with U.S. and European sector teams on research initiatives.
  • Conduct custom research projects based on client requests.

Benefits

  • 20 days of vacation per year.
  • 8 sick days annually.
  • 1 paid volunteer day.
  • 10-11 paid holidays each year.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401K match for retirement savings.
Full Job Description
Equity Research Analyst | Forensic Accounting Focus

Department: Forensic Research

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Remote US

Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

We are seeking a forensic accounting research analyst to support our coverage of U.S. listed public companies in the Industrials sector.

The analyst will primarily conduct and publish forensic accounting research on specific companies and industries for dissemination to institutional investor clients. The research will be a combination of qualitative and quantitative analysis, including rigorous financial statement analysis and interpretation of company-specific and sector-specific data. The analyst will also complete bespoke research requests, maintain industry-specific dashboards, respond to ad hoc client inquiries, and communicate research findings and views regularly both virtually and in-person.

Key Responsibilities
  • Rigorous analysis of U.S. Industrials public company financial data, news, and other information to identify the varied risks facing companies.
  • Publish high-impact reports to be delivered to investment managers, hedge funds, and other clients detailing our research findings.
  • Communicate with clients regarding companies analyzed, industry issues, and accounting topics of interest.
  • Collaborate with members of the U.S. and European and industry-specific sector teams.
  • Perform custom research projects for clients, as requested.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • 3-5 years experience in equity research, financial analysis, or with a credit ratings agency (Corporate).
  • Education and professional experience in accounting/auditing preferred.
  • Experience researching, analyzing, or auditing companies
  • Strong background in financial statement analysis
  • At least one of the following credentials a plus: CPA, CFA, MBA
  • Strong knowledge of and interest in financial markets
  • Superior written and oral communication skills, and ability to work well within a team environment
  • Experienced presentation delivery, including comfort in discussing analysis and methodology in a face-to-face environment to prospects and clients
  • Willingness to occasionally travel for client meetings and internal events


Benefits

Base salary $90,000-$130,000 with a variable target of approximately 15-25% of base.
  • 20 days of Vacation
  • 8 Sick Days
  • 1 paid volunteer day
  • 10-11 Holidays a year
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • 401K Match

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