Financial Credit Analyst

Overview

This role supports the development of a US credit data set for a financial technology organization. The position is based in the United States and reports to the Head of US Data located in New York, NY.

Responsibilities

• Grow the US data set by processing financial reports using the organization’s proprietary data extraction system built with machine learning technology
• Analyze extracted output for accuracy and completeness using internally developed audit tools and techniques
• Monitor and “own” your coverage universe to support live data updates during corporate earnings season
• Interact with clients (leading investment firms) to answer questions about data and product functionality; support sales and account management teams
• Discuss product priorities and strategic objectives with leadership
• Collaborate with the engineering team to review system performance and identify opportunities for improvement across both internal analyst tools and the client-facing application

Requirements

• Accounting and/or finance qualifications such as CPA or CFA (preferred) from a Big 4 accounting firm
• Financial statement audit/analysis capabilities; familiarity with creating financial models/reports from scratch
• Strong academic track record with a background in accounting and/or finance
• US GAAP experience is essential; IFRS experience is useful
• Demonstrated high performance, attention to detail, and commitment to outstanding results
• Strong Excel knowledge plus experience with data management
• Passion for technology and learning new tools
• Fluent in English and eligible to work in the US

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working as a financial data analyst and/or an accounting professional looking to expand both financial and technical skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay, subject to individual experience
• 20 days PTO
• Healthcare and 401k

Location

• Based in the United States
• Remote working flexibility is available
• Leadership oversight is located in New York, NY
• The parent organization is based in London, UK

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. The employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.