Data Analyst - Corp. Credit Assessment

Position: Data Analyst 

Department: Corporates – Credit Assessment Group

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: NY

Summary/Overview:

KBRA - (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Data Analyst with a strong database management background in SQL to join our growing Corporate Credit Assessment Group. This individual will focus on building out and managing KBRA’s growing database of private corporate assessments and using it to conduct fundamental credit research. The Corporate Credit Assessment Group at KBRA is one of the firm’s most dynamic and rapidly growing teams. The# Group provides credit analytics that directly contribute to credit ratings issued across KBRA asset classes including Structured Credit, Asset-Backed Securities, Project Finance, and Funds, among others. The position will be based out of KBRA’s New York City office.

About Us:

KBRA is a global full-service rating agency with a mission to set a standard of excellence and integrity.  Established in 2010, KBRA remains dedicated to the restoration of trust in credit ratings by setting new standards for assessing risk and by offering timely and transparent ratings.  Our core values are innovation, collaboration, and integrity. KBRA provides market participants with an alternative solution by delivering in-depth research, products and tools needed to make informed investment decisions across various sectors within the U.S. and European markets.

Products include:  KBRA Analytics, KBRA Altman, KBRA Credit Profile, KBRA DLD, KBRA Financial Intelligence (KFI), KBRA Premium and Ratings Feed. 

KBRA has issued more than 60,000 ratings valued at $3.16 trillion in rating issuance. The agency employs 525 professionals globally with offices located in New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ireland and UK.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and upkeep of a research database within KBRA’s Corporate Assessment Team.
• Collaborate on writing and publishing timely research about corporate credit trends, markets, and any other topics relevant to KBRA clients. Analysts are encouraged to bring ideas to their managers on an ongoing basis. You may see your work published on the KBRA website!
• Work in partnership with professionals in other KBRA sectors daily to meet client deadlines and deliver the best-in-class work for which KBRA is recognized.
• Develop a deep understanding of variables that impact corporate credit risk and how market fluctuations directly impact a company’s bottom line and risk profile.

Key Job Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for All Applicants

• Significant experience or comfort with database management languages like SQL and with database management projects.
• Prior experience or coursework in financial accounting and credit analysis.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline like Computer Science, Database Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics.
• Keen interest in Credit Analysis/Capital Markets with an ability to learn quickly.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Curiosity and drive to learn/develop.
• 2 or more years of business experience
• Technical expertise with the following is required: SQL, Visual Basic (VBA), Microsoft Office Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding / Programing Skills including SQL, VBA, Python and /or R
• Familiarity with accounting and financial statement analysis

Salary Range:

The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $60,000 to $75,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.

KBRA Benefits

• A hybrid work schedule and flex hours will be in place
• 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
• Cell phone reimbursement

More Info
KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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