US Corporates - Analyst, Industrials & Transportation - New York

$80,000 - $95,000/Yr

Fitch Ratings - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Credit Analyst position at Fitch Ratings focuses on the Industrials & Transportation sectors within the Corporate Finance group. The role involves performing both quantitative and qualitative analyses to support credit rating recommendations and monitoring a portfolio of companies. The Analyst will work in a team-oriented environment, contributing to research publications and engaging with industry executives to enhance understanding of the business landscape.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative analysis including comprehensive financial statement forecasting, comparable analysis, and bankruptcy evaluation.
• Perform qualitative analysis focused on business models, competitive strengths, management strategy, industry analysis, and regulatory considerations.
• Assist lead analysts in developing credit rating recommendations through extensive research and financial modeling support.
• Monitor and proactively assess a small portfolio of companies, presenting analysis and opinion recommendations to credit committees.
• Maintain Fitch's financial database.
• Participate in meetings with Industrial and Transportation industry executive-level management teams to strengthen understanding of their business and industry.
• Support and contribute to research publications for the team and Fitch's Leveraged Finance initiative.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree at minimum; MBA or other advanced degree a plus.
• CFA candidate preferred; CFA/CPA a plus.
• 1-2+ years relevant experience, with some coverage or knowledge of the Industrials and Transportation sectors a plus.
• Advanced English level (verbal and written).
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change.
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of and/or keen interest in the Industrials and Transportation sectors, including Aerospace & Defense, Diversified Manufacturing, Capital Goods, Autos and suppliers, Airlines, Logistics, and General Industrials.
• Professional background in capital markets, credit, financial and/or strategic analysis, plus a solid understanding of financial statements.
• Desire to deepen exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets.
• Strong team player with the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders.
• Career objective of developing a reputation as a credit expert and an industry authority.
• Enjoys critical thinking, including developing and sharing well-reasoned opinions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $95,000.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Access to a global network of colleagues and diverse teams.