Financial Analyst

Job Description

We’re looking for world-class front-office Financial Analysts to join our mission at Arcana—a next-generation portfolio intelligence company powering hedge funds, and asset managers. This role isn’t your typical modeling-and-memos analyst gig. Our analysts work hand-in-hand with product, engineering, and data science to build the future of institutional-grade finance software. Work experience in buy-side financial institutions or top-tier investment banks, and strong Excel skills are a necessity. If you’re passionate about numbers but thrive at the intersection of finance, technology, and quantitative thinking, this is the role for you. Responsibilities: Presentation and analysis of data utilizing charts, tables, and Excel. Analyzing financial reports, market, and asset performance to draw useful takeaways in the frame of an investor. Interpreting information about yield, price, risk, stability, and other factors that contribute to a financial asset's investment merits. Deep understanding of quantitative risk modeling to innovate and improve upon our commercial risk model & portfolio analytics. Conducting unit economic and financial analysis. Working closely with the data engineering and data science team to interpret, check, and source relevant metrics and data. Requirements: Top-tier pedigree: Bachelor’s or Master's degree with honors (8.0+ GPA mandatory). Ideally from an IIT/IIM/top global university. MBA/CFA/FRM is a strong plus. 2+ years of experience in a front-office financial role (typically, Investment Banking, or Investment Due Diligence). Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written). Methodical, concise, and accurate work style, with strong attention to detail and deadlines. Able to quickly learn and apply technical understanding to solve problems. An aptitude and interest in quantitative risk management, information technology, and the latest trends. Conscientious and focused on objectives with an attitude, and with written and verbal communication. Sound experience in data analysis, validation, and presentation of results (MS Excel). Preferred locations: Remote, Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, or Coimbatore are a plus. Show more Show less