Associate Financial Engineer at Moody's in New York, NY

Location(s):

7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, New York, New York, 10007, US

Line Of Business: Asset Mgmt(AM)

Job Category:

ESG Analytics, Data & Research

Experience Level: Experienced Hire

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.

As part of our analytics team, you will be providing structured finance cash flow modeling, analytics and data support to our clients. You'll build and develop complex cash flow models using our fixed income software (SFW ,CDOEdge). You will be tasked with creating and supporting our structured finance cash flow models to support various asset classes include CDO, SLAB, RMBS etc. Your focus will be working on our waterfall library, used within various ratings groups, which will require a detailed understanding of models, data and technology. You will also take part in the design and integration of new features, functions, and analytics within our products, provide data support to ensure availability and quality of data for our clients, and assist our clients in meeting their technology, model and data needs. This role requires the engineer to work within our enterprise team, supporting global clients for integrated solutions.

Role/Responsibilities:

An associate engineer whose primary responsibility is to provide client support and address client needs in the structured finance sector.

Analyze complex structured finance cash flow models.
Provide client support and resolve client requests.
Update complex structured finance cash flow models over the performance cycle with accuracy and within the required turnaround time.
Ensure the accuracy of data feeding the Cash flow models in deal library.
Coordinate with the product development team to design, build test and implement new features.
Collaborate cross-functionally within the organization.
Assist with special projects.
Develop an understanding of credit aspects of structured finance transactions
Prepare product related documents and Standard operating procedures.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Operations Research or related field. Master's degree is a plus
1-2 years working experience, preferably in finance industry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
Ability to comprehend, interpret and analyze legal documents on complex financial structures
Knowledge of structured finance cash flow models and data is preferred.
Working knowledge of SLABS or RMBS cashflow modeling is highly preferable
Strong quantitative and problem-solving abilities
Proficient/expert in Excel and VBA, and other MS Office tools
Understanding of other programming/scripting languages is a plus
SQL experience is a plus
Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, and ability to learn quickly and excel as part of a dynamic team.
Attention to detail and ability to work and learn independently.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $78,500.00 - $113,750.00, 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.

Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody's also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email accommodations@moodys.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

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Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.

Moody’s Corporation is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment: (1) disabled veterans; (2) recently separated veterans; (3) active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and (4) Armed Forces service medal veterans.

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