Amah .K Ampong
Johannesburg
Summary
Demonstrated analytical professional well-versed in reviewing company reports and filings to develop an understanding of the company. Adept at forming strong working relationships with key business executives and meeting with clients to provide updates and recommendations based on individual client objectives. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst
Inolaz Advisory (Pty) Ltd
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts.
- Performed complex financial and budget analyses to determine requirements and justify requested funding.
- Used relevant financial technology to generate reports and recommended courses of action to upper management.
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Evaluated financial performance of investments, acquisitions and other business opportunities to provide strategic recommendations.
- Collaborated to develop and maintain targeted profit plans to sustain growth.
- Developed forecasting tools to analyze revenue variances and capitalize on industry trends.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and other documents for investor meetings.
- Reviewed and analyzed project spending throughout project life cycle.
- Presented oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations and entire industries.
- Developed financial models to assess potential investments and identify potential risks.
- Achieved significant cost savings by identifying financial inefficiencies and implementing improved processes.
Associate Analyst
Standard Bank
09.2015 - 02.2018
- Generated ideas within various sectors.
- Utilized screening tool to identify bottom-up stock idea identification.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and other documents for investor meetings.
- Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
- Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
- Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to investors.
- Monitored market trends and news to identify emerging opportunities.
- Tracked prices, yields and other trends to correctly interpret impacts on investment programs.
- Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
- Evaluated performance of existing investments and adjusted accordingly.
Investment Analyst Intern
Imara Asset Management
03.2014 - 08.2015
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
- Assisted in preparation of presentations, data tables and other documents for investor meetings.
- Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
- Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
- Participated in client meetings to discuss financial analysis and investment strategies.
- Conducted due diligence on potential investments and presented findings to investors.
- Monitored market trends and news to identify emerging opportunities.
- Presented oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations and entire industries.
- Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.
- Evaluated performance of existing investments and adjusted accordingly.
- Developed financial models to assess potential investments and identify potential risks.
Specialist Administrator
FNZ
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Analyze queries made and process errors.
- Suggest solutions to problem areas -initiate and manage change control.
- Assist team members on the capture of new instructions and/or backdates where necessary.
- Provide adhoc and regular training to new and existing employees.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Investment Management And Banking
University of The Free State
BloemfonteinBachelor of Commerce - Hon. in Financial Economics And Investment Managem
University of The Free State
BloemfonteinPassed CFA Level 1
CFA Institute
06.2017
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Research Abilities
- Data Research and Analysis
- Preparing Models
- Data Collection
- Flexible Team Player
- Analyzing Performance
- Self-Motivated Professional
- Financial Modeling
- Securities Comparisons
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Inolaz Advisory (Pty) Ltd
03.2018 - 03.2020
Associate Analyst
Standard Bank
09.2015 - 02.2018
Investment Analyst Intern
Imara Asset Management
03.2014 - 08.2015
Specialist Administrator
FNZ
04.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Commerce - Investment Management And Banking
University of The Free State
Bachelor of Commerce - Hon. in Financial Economics And Investment Managem
University of The Free State
Passed CFA Level 1
CFA Institute
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