Andrww Ferguson

● Results orientated, enthusiastic and self-motivated recent graduate from the Queen’s Commerce program. 

● Advanced analytical, written, research and excel skills; adept at problem solving. 

● Strong ability to interpret an income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. 

● Quickly identify business, economic, and accounting issues and proactively develop optimal solutions.

Business Analyst & Technical Writer, GHOST Ltd. (Toronto)                  (Summer Intern) May – Aug (2021 & 2022)
Start-up company providing advanced background checks through social media analytics.

● Conducted thorough market research and analysis and wrote a business plan and an investment memorandum (50+ pages) for internal use and prospective investors. 
● Prepared a financial forecast that included multiple what-if scenarios for each client pricing model.
● Developed a business pitch requesting a joint venture in exchange for a key software package at a reduced price.
● Expressed complex technical concepts into understandable business language in written form.
● Reviewed viable markets to identify business opportunities through analysis of different product uses, shared customer pain points and researched financial grants allocated by government departments.
● Updated the financial forecasting models and collaborated with operations to provide revenue forecasts. 
● Assisted in the preparation of presentations to drive understanding of relevant business issues.
● Prepared the operating budget and quarterly forecasts including different expense projections from wage and rent cost research.

Social Media Coordinator, Sterling Hall School                            (Summer Intern) May – Jul (2020)                             
● Developed digital and social media content on graduation updates, teacher highlights and COVID-19 protocols,  while building awareness and security that increased engagement within the student body, parents, and alumni.

Business & Data Analyst, Irish Life Investment Managers (Dublin)        (Summer Rotational Intern) May – Jul (2019) ● Provided research and analysis, created graphics, and wrote articles and content for the Quantitative Strategies, Fixed Income, and Investment Development departments.
● Conducted compliance testing, identified bypasses, and notified IT to strengthen internal controls.
● Developed an excel game on economic bond principles to assist with onboarding/training new employees.
● Analyzed company and competitors funds and created charts and graphics to showcase fund characteristics and performance to clients.

Queen's Commerce (focus on Finance & Entrepreneurship)