Financial Institutions - Analyst (MD / NY / Chicago)

Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an Analyst to join its Financial Institution’s Group. This position offers the opportunity to grow as a ratings and financial institutions research professional while developing analytical skills and producing research reports.

Responsibilities

• Ability to develop specialized analytical skills in terms of financial statement analysis including ratio analysis for a variety of financial sectors
• Demonstrated attention to detail skills and willingness to see that tasks are followed through to completion
• Play a key role in the production of standardized research and ad hoc reports including extensive use of Excel for data population and manipulation for use in published analytical reports
• Willingness to collaborate with analysts in disparate locations and learn new skills

Skills

• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field (with a preference for at least 12 semester hours or four courses in accounting if not an accounting major)
• Strong interest and/or relevant work experience in credit or financial analysis and/or accounting
• Strong proficiency with Excel including Macros, VLOOKUP's, and Pivot Tables
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with an ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to develop specialized analytical skills in terms of financial statement analysis including ratio analysis for a variety of financial sectors
• Demonstrated attention to detail skills and willingness to see that tasks are followed through to completion
• Play a key role in the production of standardized research and ad hoc reports including extensive use of Excel for data population and manipulation for use in published analytical reports
• Willingness to collaborate with analysts in disparate locations and learn new skills
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity

Benefits

• A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program

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