Finance Analyst at a Dynamic Investment Company - Talent Lab Limited

Talent Lab Limited - Our client is a dynamic investment company with a diversified portfolio and a strategic focus on financial advisory, hospitality, real estate, and proprietary investments. The organization plays a pivotal role in supporting growth and transformation within the SME sector by identifying and investing in promising start-ups and turnaround opportunities in challenged companies.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Analyst

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time / Onsite
Reports To: Head, Corporate Finance

Job Overview

• The Financial Analyst supports the Corporate Finance team in evaluating investment opportunities, developing financial models, conducting due diligence, and delivering strategic insights across private equity and project finance portfolios.
• This role also plays a key part in ensuring compliance with internal controls, risk management policies, and regulatory frameworks

Job Responsibilities
Investment Evaluation & Due Diligence:

• Assist in the review and analysis of new investment opportunities, including financial, commercial, and operational assessments.
• Support the due diligence process by gathering and validating data, identifying risks, and contributing to investment memos and presentations.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking analysis to support investment decisions.

Financial Modelling & Analysis:

• Build, update, and maintain robust financial models for valuation, scenario planning, and return analysis.
• Support stress testing, cash flow forecasting, and financial projections for both new and existing investments.
• Analyze portfolio company performance and provide recommendations for value optimization.

Strategic Insights & Portfolio Support:

• Generate reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights to the Head of Corporate Finance and other stakeholders.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor performance, and macroeconomic indicators relevant to portfolio performance.
• Assist in developing pitch materials, investor reports, and board-level presentations.

Risk & Compliance:

• Support the implementation of internal controls, financial governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Identify and escalate potential financial or operational risks during analysis and due diligence.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory standards, corporate policies, and audit requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• Relevant certifications such as CFA Level I or ACCA in progress/completed is an advantage.
• 2–3 years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity.
• Proficiency in Excel-based financial modelling, valuation techniques, and data analysis tools.

Core competencies:

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent analytical and financial modelling capabilities
• Deep understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and investment vehicles
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Strong ethical compass and commitment to corporate governance

Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement:

• Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We uphold a strict non-discrimination policy, ensuring fair treatment of all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Salary
N350,000ngn - N400,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
1st August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@talentlabltd.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Please do not apply if you do not currently reside within Abuja.