Financial Data Analyst

Data

Bring clarity to our clients’ investment decisions by collecting, processing and distributing industry-leading data.

Your Team Responsibilities

In this role you will be responsible for the identification, aggregation and reporting of private equity fund transactional data as well as private company characteristics and financial statement metrics. Data is compiled through the examination and analysis of fund manager reporting and other resources. This information helps our institutional asset owner clients better understand their portfolio composition as well as measure investment performance and risk.

Your Key Responsibilities

- Detailed review and analysis of private capital fund financial reporting and online resources to accurately
- identify relevant fund and company level financial data.
- Capture, enhance and maintain large volumes of financial data.
- Develop an in-depth understanding of fund valuations, capital flows, performance reporting methodologies,
- financial statement metrics and industry classification standards.
- Perform audits and other quality control functions for the content set.
- Comply with all data policies, standards and processes.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

- Completed undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Commerce) - Majors in Investment Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Business Management & Information System.
- 1-3 years of relevant work experience preferred.
- Familiarity with financial markets, accounting practices and private capital.
- Experience with database applications advantageous.

About MSCI

What we offer you

- Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

- Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

- A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

- A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

- Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, Linked In Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

- Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

- We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.
MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.
MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.
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Benefits

At MSCI, we provide competitive benefits programs in every region in which we do business.
Wherever you are with us, you will find benefits that can help ensure your health, wellbeing and financial security, so you can be at your best both in work and in your personal life. Our Here For You Employee Assistance Program provides financial and legal advice, confidential emotional support and free access to online information, resources and tools.

Development opportunities

Guided by your manager, our learning and development opportunities empower you to perform at your best, make and impact and shape your career.
Career paths are multidirectional and we believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With access to Linked In Learning Pro and our bespoke Learning@MSCI platform, you can easily customize and tailor your learning journey to accelerate your career.

Stellenbosch

Bosman’s Business Centre
1 Distillery Street,
Bosman’s Crossing, Stellenbosch 7600
South Africa

Recruitment Processs

- 1
Apply online
First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you.

- 2
Talk to our recruiter
If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

- 3
Interview with our team
If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role.

- 4
Make your decision
If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board

DATA

Financial Data Analyst

Job Reference:
2024-2046
Location:
Stellenbosch
Category:
Data
Solution:
Private Capital
Job Level:
Analyst
Job Type:
Full-Time
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