Investment Banking - Associate

Ideal Candidate:

Gravitas Securities Inc. is looking for a bright, motivated young professional with experience in the securities industry. Must be interested in a career in the investment banking industry. Will work alongside experienced industry leaders. Must be a self-starter and comfortable working both independently and as a part of a team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth market, industry and company research
• Build comprehensive and complex financial valuation models, including discounted cash flow, comparable company, and precedent transaction, without the use of templates
• Prepare company, industry, and market briefing documents
• Assist with preparation of engagement letters and agency agreements
• Use the S&P Capital IQ web portal and plug-ins to conduct research and financial analysis
• Apply knowledge of accounting principles to inform financial analysis, including International Financial Reporting Standards and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook to complete computer-based tasks
• Use and create macros and Visual Basic to increase efficiency when working with Excel and PowerPoint

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/ Finance or a related discipline (Master’s degree is an asset)
• Enrollment or completion of the CFA is considered an asset
• 1-3 years of investment banking experience
• Must be able to adapt and prioritize, meeting deadlines, in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a positive, professional attitude and demonstrate professionalism at all times
• Must be able to work well independently with an ability to work collaboratively with others
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, utilize judgment, and work with minimal supervision
• Should be highly motivated, independent but able to work within a team in an environment that is fast paced and rapidly changing
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and quality of work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Please send a cover letter, resume and transcripts to [email protected] with “Investment Banking – Analyst (Toronto)” in the Subject Line