Temp Associate Analyst – CFG, Moscow recruitment

Key Responsibilities

*   Support analysts in the rating process, including drafting credit documents, formulating ratios, preparing spreadsheets, comparative statistics, graphs, tables, and working on special projects as and when needed

*   Review financial statements and perform credit analysis on a company and sector basis

*   Review rating documentation, including bank loans, covenants and bond indentures

*   Support sector and company research writing

*   Preparation of outreach presentational material relating to company and sector focus

*   Attend analytical meetings (European travel required) and assist with meeting follow-up reports

The Experience

*   Credit analysis experience or related experience from a recognised financial institution or an audit firm

*   Solid understanding of cash-flow lending techniques

*   Financial/statistical research capabilities

*   Strong quantitative aptitude and proven analytical skills

*   Well developed IT skills including advanced Excel and PowerPoint

Qualifications 

*   Strong academics with BSc/MSc (or equivalent) in a Finance / Accounting or Economic subject 

*   Relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFA and or CIMA/ACCA) would be highly beneficial  

The Individual

*   Able to work to tight deadlines and manage own workflow/priorities accordingly

*   Strong written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrable research skills

*   Ambitious and highly motivated/keen to identify and pursue opportunities for self development

*   Desire to exceed client expectations

*   Sound judgment – able for form and present findings

*   Able to work using own initiative and without close supervision

*   Fluency in Russian and English essential