Wedbush Securities is one of the nation’s largest full-service investment banks and brokerage firms. Our award-winning Equity Research team is one of the most respected providers of small and mid-cap equity research in the nation. Our research analysts offer in-depth and differentiated research coverage of high information flow sectors across a wide-array of industries. We our seeking an Equity Research Associate to support our Senior Analyst in the Software sector.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide fundamental analysis of companies in the Internet sector
• Build and maintain detailed company financial models, collect and analyze industry data and develop sector databases
• Assist with the timely publication of research notes and reports
• Assist with existing coverage and contribute to new company initiations
• Assist with special ad-hoc projects, presentations and reports as assigned
• Keep abreast of market, company and industry news
• Communicate with internal sales force, institutional clients and company management teams
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university required, preferably in Business, Economics, Finance, or other quantitative focus
• 1-2 years Equity Research experience preferred
• MBA or CFA preferred but not required
• Will require obtaining FINRA 87, 86 and Securities Industry Essentials (when SIE is required) licenses
• Experience in the Software/TMT sector helpful
• Excellent accounting, financial, and financial statement analysis skills
• Critical thinking and strong analytical ability
• Excellent writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure, meet time sensitive deadlines, prioritize and multi-task
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Ideal candidate will have a passion for the market