Analyst, Banking

The Analyst contributes to all phases of the project cycle including origination, structuring, execution, implementation and monitoring of banking projects. The role involves financial analysis, credit assessment, financial modelling, and supporting the project team under the guidance of senior bankers.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as a project team member to all aspects of project structuring and execution including research, analysis of market information and financial data, risk evaluation, financial statement analysis, and financial modelling.
• Assist in designing and processing technical co-operation assistance including preparation of terms of reference and internal approval documentation.
• Assist with communication with internal units, clients and stakeholders including preparation of correspondence and presentations.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks in line with Bank policies and objectives.
• Undertake tasks related to implementation and monitoring of projects including compliance with agreements, disbursement monitoring, progress and financial performance assessment, risk evaluation, and covenant compliance.
• Prepare draft monitoring reports with recommendations for corrective actions and ensure follow-up with senior team members.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of Technical Cooperation assignments including client communication, fund usage monitoring, and preparation of progress and completion reports to support donor reporting and operational objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in relevant areas.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA is desirable.
• Strong quantitative and numerical skills with ability to interpret financial information and design financial models.
• Credit analysis skills including interpretation of accounts and understanding of local and international accounting principles.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.
• Good understanding of relevant systems and processes.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, meet deadlines and work under time pressure.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English and local language.
• Relevant financial industry experience from investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards.
• Exposure to industry and country experience.

Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Credit Analysis
• Financial Modelling
• Interpretation of Accounts
• Local Accounting Principles
• International Accounting Principles
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel Spreadsheets Proficiency
• Project Cycle Management
• Banking Project Execution
• Investment Banking Experience
• Commercial Banking Experience
• Private Equity
• Asset Management
• Auditing Experience
• Financial Consulting
• Quantitative Skills
• Numerical skills

Languages

English