Investment Analyst

**Investment Analyst - M&A, B2C, Mobile***:

- First things first, if you are looking for a fully remote role with flexible hours, unlimited time off, and are based somewhere in Europe or Asia, read on. _
- This role is not just a job; it's a calling for those who dare to lead, inspire, and transform the digital landscape. Join us, and let's chart the course to a future written in the stars of success._

**About BlueThrone***:
Embark on a transformative journey with BlueThrone, a pioneer in the mobile app domain.

**Our Specialization**: Turning underperforming apps into market leaders, boasting over 50 million downloads and 5 million monthly active users.

**Our Team**: Rich in tech entrepreneurship and mobile marketing expertise, we thrive in an environment that values agility, growth mindset, flexibility, creativity, and tangible outcomes.

At BlueThrone, your career is more than a job—it's a journey towards excellence in an innovative culture where high performance is as valued as innovation.

**The Role**:
BlueThrone is seeking a talented **Investment Analyst** to join our team and drive strategic decisions on app acquisitions and performance management. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and is passionate about using financial and market data to make impactful decisions.

**You’ll love it here if**:

- You prefer flexible hours, unlimited time off, and the freedom to work from anywhere.
- You’re naturally curious, detail-oriented, and motivated by impactful data analysis.
- You enjoy wearing multiple hats and adapting to the needs of a growing company.
- You value a calm, focused, and results-oriented work environment.
- You’re driven to work smarter, not harder, prioritizing productivity over busy work.
- You love what you do and are ready to roll up your sleeves to contribute to a transformative mission.

Above all, you follow your passion and have fun while doing it.

**What are we looking for?**:
**Your Mission****:

- **Investment Analysis**: Conduct thorough financial and strategic analysis of potential app acquisitions, including evaluating revenue potential, growth opportunities, and competitive positioning.
- **Valuation & Financial Modeling**: Develop and maintain robust valuation and financial models from scratch, focusing on forecasting and financial planning to assess app worth, taking into account revenue sources like in-app purchases, ads, and subscriptions.
- **Financial Due Diligence & Revenue Analysis**: Execute due diligence on potential acquisitions, analyzing historical financials, operational metrics, and revenue drivers such as in-app purchases, in-app ads, and subscriptions to support business decisions.
- **Market Research & Competitive Analysis**: Perform market and competitive analysis to understand trends, risks, and growth opportunities within the mobile app industry.
- **Portfolio & Performance Analysis**: Monitor the performance of acquired apps, track KPIs post-acquisition, and analyze key financial and operational metrics, providing insights and recommendations to maximize return on investment.
- **Collaboration & Business Partnership**: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, finance, and growth teams, to gather relevant data for financial analysis and contribute to acquisition strategies.
- **Stakeholder Reporting**: Prepare and present detailed investment and performance reports to senior management, including the Board, founders, CEO, COO, and CFO, ensuring they are well-informed on both potential and existing investments.

**Your Expedition Toolkit**:

- **Educational Background**: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; CFA, CAIA, or CPA preferred.
- **Experience**: 5-8 years of experience in investment analysis, financial planning, or valuation, ideally within B2C mobile, gaming, or tech industries.
- **Valuation & Model-Building Skills**: Proven experience building detailed financial and valuation models from the ground up, with a strong understanding of bottom-up financial modeling techniques.
- **Revenue Knowledge**: Deep understanding of revenue sources and financial metrics for mobile apps, particularly in-app purchases, in-app ads, and subscriptions.
- **Strategic Insight**: Ability to provide strategic insights that support business growth, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
- **Analytical Skills**: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.
- **Communication & Collaboration**: Strong communication skills with a track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams and presenting complex data in a clear, concise manner.
- **Technical Proficiency**: Proficient in financial software, advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with Notion or similar tools for tracking and reporting.

**The Interview Process**:

- **First Meeting**: