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Duration - end of year 2025
Hybrid working
The main functions of a financial analyst are to gather and analyze financial information; will typically conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions. A typical financial analyst is responsible for analyzing and communicating financial information for clients.
The Daily - Major Activities:
* Assemble spreadsheets and draw charts and graphs used to illustrate technical reports.
* Analyze financial information to produce forecast of business, industry and economic conditions for use in making investment decisions.
* Interpret data affecting investment programs, such as price, yield, stability and future trends in investment risks.
The Essentials:
* Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
* Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.
* Basic ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.
* Basic knowledge of economic and accounting principles, the financial markets, and reporting of financial data.
* Basic knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting.
* Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related financial software.
