Financial Data Specialist

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Skills and Competencies

• 0-2 years' experience in credit/financial data analysis and interpretation with knowledge of capital markets; experience in Structured Finance preferred
• Skilled in identifying key credit risk factors and applying relevant credit methodologies to support analysis and decision-making
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and well-organized, with a proven ability to excel in team-driven environments

Education

• Masters degree in Finance, Economics, or Business/Accounting from premier institute or qualified CA with 2+ yrs of experience
• CFA/ FRM preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently deliver complex credit assessments, including loss given default, speculative-grade liquidity, and credit estimates, producing high-quality credit opinions
• Apply Moody's ratings methodologies to create adjusted data, key indicators, ratios, charts, and graphs that enhance ratings and research accuracy
• Perform complex data validation, scrubbing, and analysis and review of financial reports and official statements to assess issuer performance
• Partner with analysts and accounting specialists to apply relevant accounting concepts and capture accurate data for ratings
• Lead projects, drive process enhancements, and review junior team members' work to maintain quality standards

About the team

Being part of the RRS Global Capability Centers provides a unique opportunity to foster skills that are valuable to any future career in the financial services industry. The RRS GCC teams perform a range of data, analytical and research services that contribute to the overall credit analysis function performed by the rating groups. By joining our team, you will be a part of exciting work in the global capability centers.

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