Corporate Finance Analyst

Job title: Corporate Finance Analyst Role overview: Providing financial analysis of companies and corporate transactions. Company Description: Argyll Covenant Advisory is a consultancy that provides high-quality corporate finance-style advice in the pensions sector, also known as "employer covenant" advice. Our team comprises experienced advisers and we have quickly built a reputation for clear and insightful advice. Our success has meant that we now require an analyst to support the growth of the business in our Reading office.  Job Purpose: The vacancy exists within our growing Reading team and you will be providing financial analysis of companies. The successful candidate will be either a part-qualified or recently qualified accountant with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. For example this would suit a candidate wanting to move from audit/assurance to a corporate finance environment. You will be used to working to deadlines and have excellent oral and written communication skills. You will be responsible for the preparation of key financial analysis for project leaders. Although Argyll operates within the pensions industry no pensions experience is necessary and the candidate would be required to produce similar analysis to that produced within an investment bank or rating agency. Key tasks: Perform a financial analysis of a business and identify the key factors affecting its financial strengthAnalyse financial statements of a company and draw conclusions relating to its financial strengthForm a view based on underlying performance, cash generation, KPIs, debt metrics, balance sheet strength and liquidityCarry out industry research to determine the competitive position, prospects and business risks faced by a companyAnalyse non-standard, often complex corporate situations and structuresLiaise with senior management of a business to understand its operations and obtain information not in the public domainPresent key information, analysis, the overall rating and rationale for the rating in a written report Career Development: Argyll is a small but entrepreneurial and growing business. We’re based in Reading and have an office in Leeds. Joining our Reading team would allow the candidate’s career to move swiftly to include advisory and lead consultant roles depending on the strengths and career aspirations of the individual. Unlike larger firms there is no waiting line for promotion - we can offer careers with as much responsibility as the individual can demonstrate they can handle.  Experience required: Solid corporate analytical experience gained within a commercial bank, investment bank or accounting firmStrong numeracy and problem-solving abilitiesDetailed understanding of financial statements and accounting conceptsAbility to maintain accuracy and high-quality presentation whilst working to deadlinesStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently but know when to seek the views of othersMinimum 2(i) degree in a business-related subjectPart-qualified or fully qualified accountancy or other relevant professional qualification helpfulExcellent Excel/Word/Powerpoint skillsGood interpersonal skills Particulars: Salary:               £35,000 to £50,000 pa (depending on experience) + benefits and bonusLocation:           Reading Contact: Richard Hallrhall@argyllcovenant.com+44(0)118 334 5801