Senior Analyst

ACG MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Analyst proficient in Japanese for in-depth research on Japanese equities. You will conduct financial analyses, build detailed financial models, and engage effectively with Japan-based management teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have 2-5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a collaborative research environment with exposure to diverse Japanese companies.

Benefits

Collaborative research environment

Exposure to a wide range of Japanese companies

Qualifications

• Native-level Japanese fluency (reading, writing, speaking) is essential.
• 2–5 years of experience in equity research covering Japanese equities.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive research on Japanese companies.
• Analyze financial statements and corporate filings in Japanese.
• Attend earnings calls and engage with management in Japanese.

Skills

Japanese fluency

Financial analysis

Cultural insight

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Job description

Senior Analyst

📍 Location: Singapore Office
🏢 Company: ACG Management Pte. Ltd.
🗣 Language Requirement: Native-level fluency in Japanese (reading, writing, and speaking) is REQUIRED

About Us

ACG Management Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based investment management firm specializing in Japan-focused fundamental long/short equity strategies. With a multi-manager platform and a strong focus on small to mid-cap Japanese equities, we aim to generate alpha through deep, bottom-up fundamental research and earnings surprises.

We are looking for a Japanese Equities Research Analyst who is not only strong in financial analysis but also fluent in Japanese language and communication. A solid understanding of Japanese business culture and communication style is essential. This is a key requirement for conducting meaningful company research and engaging effectively with Japan based management teams.

Key Responsibilities

Fundamental Research & Analysis
✔ Conduct deep-dive, bottom-up research on listed Japanese companies, especially in the small- and mid-cap space
✔ Analyze financial statements, earnings releases, and corporate filings in Japanese
✔ Build detailed financial models to forecast company performance and valuation
✔ Identify actionable long and short investment ideas through proprietary research
✔ Monitor company developments, competitive dynamics, and macroeconomic trends

Communication & Cultural Insight
✔ Attend earnings calls, analyst briefings, and company visits (primarily in Japanese)
✔ Engage with management, IR teams, and local sell-side analysts in a culturally aware and professional manner
✔ Understand subtle cultural nuances and communication styles to gain deeper insights during company interactions
✔ Work closely with Portfolio Managers to develop and refine investment theses

Requirements

🔹 Native-level Japanese fluency (reading, writing, speaking) – essential for effective company interaction and deep research
🔹 Strong grasp of Japanese business culture and communication practices
🔹 Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
🔹 2–5 years of experience in equity research, investment banking, or asset management covering Japanese equities
🔹 Strong financial modeling and valuation skills (DCF, comparables, etc.)
🔹 Independent thinker with attention to detail and a passion for fundamental investing
🔹 Proficiency with research tools such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, and financial databases is a plus

Why Join Us?

✅ Be part of a Japan-focused investment firm with a differentiated, high-conviction strategy
✅ Work in a collaborative and intellectually rigorous research environment
✅ Play a key role in identifying alpha-generating investment ideas
✅ Exposure to a wide range of Japanese companies and direct company access