This internally facing role provides preliminary data analysis in the form component analytical work which support ratings, research, analytical outreach and presentations, under the mentorship of the Team Manager. The Associate role supplies to the success of the Ratings & Research Support (RRS) team, by providing a range of support services that gives to the overall credit analysis function performed by RRS and Ratings & Research (R&R).
This role will focus primarily on supporting the Public Project and Infrastructure Finance (PPIF), and there is potential for cross-training in supporting varying asset classes and methodologies, as part of career progression.
** Key Responsibilities**:
- Perform preliminary credit analysis to support ratings, research, analytical outreach and presentations, following mentorship provided by D&A Manager. Examples include:
- Analyze financial data and statements provided by other teams within Moody's to perform the preliminary analysis.
- Support credit monitoring/surveillance of issuers by e.g., preparing data for surveillance, periodically updating preliminary components of analysis, and increasing deeper credit reviews when vital.
- Demonstrate the ability to understand and identify key analytical factors in support of RRS credit analysis, under full supervision and mentorship from the D&A Manager.
- Perform certain routine administrative and other ad hoc credit-related tasks as advised by D&A Manager.
- Provide support and be a resource to other Associates as a backup, under overall supervision of D&A Manager.
- Minimum undergraduate/ first level degree (e.g., Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent qualifications) in Economics, Finance or Accounting.
- Preferably some proven experience, particularly in non-financial corporate companies.
- Proven Accounting background, with strong focus in financial analysis (e.g., through coursework, or relevant work experience).
- Intermediate skill level with MS Excel and knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint.
- Proven verbal and written communication.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- Written and spoken proficiency in English is required; Spanish and/or Portuguese is helpful
Ratings Operations & Controls (ROC)
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