Job Description

Company Description

Fourthstone is a St Louis-based equities fund manager specializing in financial sector opportunities. The firm’s fourteen-year track record has garnered numerous awards and has been the top-ranked financial sector fund multiple years in a host of industry databases. Fourthstone's significant internal capital creates a strong alignment of interests with clients and the firm offers a benefits package including 100% Health, Dental and Vision coverage for employees and their families, generous vacation, weekly personal training, onsite gym and a 401(k) plan. The successful candidate will have exposure to the firm’s executive team and the opportunity to participate in Fourthstone’s continued growth.

Role Description

We are seeking a Junior Equity Research Analyst to join our dedicated and accomplished team of professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or candidate with a few years of equity research experience to further advance his/her career. A team player comfortable with wearing multiple hats would thrive in our entrepreneurial, growing firm. Please note that this position is office-based and does not offer a remote work option.

As a Junior Research Analyst, you will develop expertise in fundamental and economic analysis across multiple sectors including banking, fintech, homebuilders, consumer finance and REITs. You will be expected to interpret economic data, build & maintain complex financial models, conduct fundamental research on assigned industry positions, highlight key points in earnings calls, attend conferences and management meetings, contact and build relationship with portfolio company management and deliver written reports. This role will require the successful candidate to travel up to two weeks a month on research trips.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Equity research, bank examination or commercial credit analysis experience beneficial
• Degree in economics, finance, mathematics or similar with 3.3+ GPA
• CFA preferred
• Excellent accounting and financial skills
• Power Excel and Python user
• The highest standards of personal and professional integrity and ethics

Applicants must include GPA on their resume and will be required to undergo a background check and confirm their permanent right to work in the USA without sponsorship to qualify. Please note that we are only able to respond to successful applicants. 

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