Equity Research Analyst, Industrials & Materials

CFRA Research•,

10d•$80,000 - $97,000•Remote

About The Position

CFRA’s global fundamental equity research team produces independent, actionable research for institutional investors, wealth advisors, and regulators. The Equity Research Analyst will conduct and publish fundamental equity research for a global client base that also includes insurance companies and professional service firms. The work involves qualitative and quantitative analysis of valuation, financial performance, competitive positioning, quality of earnings, and free cash flow, leading to stock rating recommendations, sector and industry outlooks, and thematic research. The analyst will collaborate with sector colleagues and CFRA’s forensic accounting, policy/legal, and technical research groups. The role uses proprietary tools, including fundamental dashboards, standardized DCF models, forensic accounting diagnostic reports, and technical signals.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in equity research or a comparable financial role.
Bachelor’s degree.
Strong equity valuation analysis and financial modeling skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for publishing research and presenting findings.
Intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to the Industrials/Materials sector.
CFA candidacy or an MBA.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the equity research team to produce and publish analysis on companies and industries.
Provide Buy/Sell/Hold recommendations for a defined coverage universe.
Publish stock reports, research notes, and actionable thematic and industry research.
Build and maintain DCF models and comparable company analyses to assess whether stocks are overvalued or undervalued.
Present findings through internal and external webinars and live events.