Lead – Research Analyst

About the Company:

Decipher Financials is a research-driven financial analytics start-up. The company was founded in 2018 by Sneha Mehta, a finance professional with extensive experience in global market research, data intelligence, and analytical operations. With a vision to build a strong ecosystem of structured financial insights, Decipher Financials focuses on delivering high-quality research support and financial modelling solutions to clients across international markets. We are committed to simplifying financial data and enabling smarter business decisions through accuracy, rigor, and technology-led workflows. Our growing team comprises passionate analysts and finance professionals from leading academic institutions and industry backgrounds. At Decipher Financials, we believe in fostering a culture of ownership, continuous learning, and excellencewhere talent is encouraged to innovate, take initiative, and grow with responsibility.

Designation Lead Research Analyst

Employment Type Full-Time

Experience 6+ Years

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Lead Research Analyst with strong financial research capabilities, a solid understanding of SEC filings, and experience in financial modelling and credit analysis. The role requires attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to deliver accurate, time-sensitive output

Key Responsibilities

Understanding and analyzing SEC documents and regulatory filings.

Building and maintaining financial models for credit assessment and tear sheet development.

Performing financial spreading for technical analysis and modelling purposes.

Collecting relevant information from company filings and external sources to maintain industry/sector databases.

Analyzing quarterly earnings and preparing structured earnings snapshots.

Running and delivering custom data requests for internal and client needs.

Reviewing financial models to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity.

Tracking key corporate actions and metrics including credit facilities, bond issuances, equity offerings, etc.

Demonstrating readiness to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment.

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelors or masters degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

CFA or CPA qualification cleared is required.

Understanding of SEC filings, balance sheets, P&L statements, and cash flow structures.

Experience in financial modelling, equity/credit research, or financial data analysis.

Strong command over financial statements, ratios, and valuation concepts.

Proficiency in Excel-based modelling and financial analysis tools.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with analytical reporting capability.

Ability to manage priorities, work independently, and deliver within deadlines.

What You Can Expect

Exposure to real global financial research work.

Learning-driven environment with performance-led growth.

Ownership-focused culture with meaningful responsibilities.

Competitive compensation aligned with performance.