Research Analyst

Job Description

About FactSet FactSet combines hundreds of databases into a single, powerful information system. It is a one stop source for financial information and analytics for business analysts, portfolio managers, investment bankers / management firms and other financial professionals to analyze companies, portfolios, markets & economies. Founded in 1978 and operating from 64 locations worldwide employing nearly 9500 people, FactSet has over $1.3 Billion in annual revenues and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut. Our operations extend within North America as well as Europe and the Pacific Rim. Since 1996, the Company has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol FDS and is also dual-listed on the NASDAQ under the same symbol.Values that define our cultureWe are unified by the spirit of going above and beyond for our clients and each other. We look to foster a globally inclusive culture, enabling our people to be themselves at work and to join in, be heard, contribute, and grow. We continually seek to expand our workforce with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We recognize that our best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time and help us provide the best solutions for our clients around the globe. Our inclusive work environment maximizes our diversity values, engagement, productivity, and ultimately makes FactSet a fun place to work.Diversity At FactSet, we celebrate diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We are committed to disrupting bias and a transparent hiring process. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, family status or veteran status. FactSet participates in E-Verify.Department BriefFactSet Fundamentals Team collects financial statements of Public and Private (US only) companies across the continent. The team sources the company filings from various sources like stock exchanges, company websites, and regulatory body & third-party vendors. We extract & analyze the data from financial statement like Balance Sheet, Income Statement & Cash flow statement of the company. Also, the team collects the textual data like Business Activities, Officers, Shareholder, industry classification etc.Roles and Responsibilities: . Collect, analyze and process financial market data from various data sources and into the database utilized by the team.. Complete, timely and accurate database Accurate and reliable data for the client.. Focus and ensure that the integrity of the companys financial market information is intact.. Provide timely, accurate and reliable demographic and statistical financial market data on internal database and to internal/external clientele.. Fix the audit resolutions and recommendations coming from QCPolicy team based on specific guidelines.. Fulfill the research/analytical/ market study needs as and when required/ requested by the external clients to procure and retain future/current business.. The job also involves reporting and maintaining records of work done on a timely basis.. Share Ideas and Best Practices from a Process Improvement perspective.Job Requirements. Good communications skills - written & verbal. Good numerical and analytical skills. Good knowledge of accountancy. Eye for Detail. Understanding of Financial Markets. Proficient in ExcelEducation/ Qualifications /Experience: . Postgraduate / Graduate in Commerce. Computer literate