Funds Ratings - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY) at KBRA in New York, NY

Summary: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC is seeking an Analyst/Senior Analyst to join their growing Funds Ratings team in the New York office. The role involves assigning and monitoring credit ratings on various debt instruments issued by funds and requires extensive experience and interest in fund investment and credit strategies. Responsibilities: - Assist with credit research on a variety of funds, closed-end funds, and other investment vehicles - Assist with the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow and asset coverage models used to evaluate fund debt structures - Assist in the quantitative and qualitative preparation and presentation of internal credit memos and publications - Participate in diligence meetings with fund management teams to assess their investment acumen, risk management skills, and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies - Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases - Ability to leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance - Assist in research for internal and publication purposes Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Math related fields or any subject that results in strong analytical skills - Ability to work as an integral part of a highly collaborative team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment - Ability to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company - Effective verbal, written and presentation communications skills - Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ability to cash flow model is required - Extremely high attention to detail Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) to Three (3) years of work experience as a credit analyst with experience in fund lending, investing, or structured finance is preferred - Proficiency in SQL and VBA for querying databases a strong advantage - Successful progression towards CFA a plus - Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus Required Skills: Credit analysis, Advanced Excel Important Skills: SQL, VBA Nice-to-Have Skills: CFA progression, Generative AI tools, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Team collaboration Benefits: A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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