Company : The Burgiss Group
Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Closing date: 31 May 2023
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.
This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant, fast growing and dynamic Data Operations Team that helps set the gold standard for research quality private capital data.
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
Skills & Attributes:
- Detail oriented, analytical and inquisitive mindset
- Strong numerical ability and excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
- Highly organized and self-disciplined
- High levels of focus and the ability to work with and accurately process large volumes of financial data
- Positive attitude and desire to learn
Experience & Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Commerce) – Majors in: Finance, Investment Management Accounting, Business Management & Information System with finance focused preferred.
- 1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred
- Familiarity with financial markets, accounting practices and private capital
- Working knowledge of MS Excel. Experience with database applications advantageous.