Research Analyst

at  FactSet Research Systems

FactSet is a leader in providing research and analytical tools to finance professionals. FactSet offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics around the world. FactSet clients combine hundreds of databases from industry-leading suppliers into a single powerful information system.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) provides details for announced mergers, divestitures, and spinoffs involving both public and private companies. The deal information includes deal terms, participants, advisors aimed to assist clients in analyzing M&A trends. Deal details are updated daily as new information is disclosed from newswires, financial institutions, financial publications, company filings and other reputable sources. Timeliness and accuracy of deal transactions are the main goals of the team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Finance, Economics, or Accounting
• Fundamental understanding of the M&A marketplace and the activities therein, with a solid understanding of financial and investment management concepts
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, confident thinker proficient in multi-tasking
• Intermediate analytical and numerical skills
• A proactive, confident thinker proficient in multi-tasking
• Highly self-motivated who can work independently as well as in a group setting.
• Enthusiasm, a strong sense of initiative, able to prioritize, with an eye for detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Fluent in English and other selected language/s
• Knowledge of the general rules of US GAAP, IFRS and/or other accounting standards
• Completion of internal department training program/s
• Willing to work on shifts (AM, PM, GY)
  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.
  Returning from a break?
  We are here to support you! If you have taken time out of the workforce and are looking to return, we encourage you to apply and chat with our recruiters about our available support to help you relaunch your career.

• Efficiently track Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), and accurately and concisely transpose relevant information into internal database/s.
• Collect, analyze, and process financial market information from various data sources and into the database/s utilized by the team.
• Execute audit resolutions and recommendations for market specific guidelines.
• Research company filings for financial data and value-added information related to M&A deals.
• Create and refine market specific guidelines as assigned.
• Provide accurate and reliable information for clients and ensure the integrity of the company’s financial market information.
• Generate monthly reports addressing the M&A market for clients, media, and the investment community.
• Research and resolve data issues and questions from both internal and external clients.
• Establish contacts and liaise with investment banks and law firms involved in M&A deals as needed.
• Ad hoc reporting and research projects as assigned.