Ratings Associate Position Available In New York, New York

Employer:

Moody’s Investors Service, Inc.

Ratings Associate (New York, NY)Perform day-to-day credit analysis, including ratings with increasing complexity, research, presentations, and investor outreach. Analyze financial spreadsheets and charts, including analyzing data and financial documents, building and updating financial forecasts, and writing analytical commentary in accordance with internal methodologies. Use proprietary models and new financial projections as applicable, identifying trends in data and applying analytical skills and judgment to form well-reasoned credit conclusions. Apply knowledge of credit fundamentals through review of transaction documentation, cash flow analysis, or loss allocation rules. Monitor portfolio with growing independence. Develop and apply knowledge of internal methodologies and credit rating standard processes with guidance from lead analysts. Interpret and analyze financial data and other credit inputs provided by internal and external parties. Monitor credit quality and issuer and/or industry trends by following market developments and relevant news events. Analyze issuer reporting, including, in some rating groups, monitoring and attending earnings calls. Engage with issuers directly for follow-up clarification and information. Attend and participate in rating committee meetings, including offering analysis and opinion where appropriate. Prepare credit estimates used to assess elements of credit risk in certain rated transactions.

Must have a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Finance, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field plus one (1) year of experience as a Financial Analyst, Credit Analyst, or in a related position performing credit and ratings analysis in various rating groups/asset classes. Must have experience with the following: applying knowledge of rating process and services, analyst workflow, compliance policies and procedures, and rating business regulatory requirements; conducting quantitative and qualitative assessments of financial statements and economic/market data; reviewing research produced on specific issuers, general credit trends, or sector related issues; providing analytical oversight, including documenting and implementing workflow processes and conducting quality checks; and conducting quantitative financial modeling and statistical analysis.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $76,128 to $119,450, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

To apply, please submit resume through careers.moodys.com or via e-mail at hrbox28@moodys.com. Please refer to Job Ref. 9489.

Minimum Salary:

76,128

Maximum Salary:

119,450

Salary Unit:

Yearly