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The Role

The Associate Financial Analyst (AFA) role has the responsibility of providing support through all phases of the financial planning and analysis processes and to become a major contributor to our Finance team. The AFA will be part of the Expense FP&A team supporting the Moody’s Ratings segment.

Key Responsibilities:

Support senior members of the team in the execution of financial planning and analysis processes, projects, and ad-hoc requests as required by the Finance organization by embracing the following responsibilites:

• Provide support on the analytical, forecasting, month end and variance analysis reporting and Ad Hoc projects based on business needs
• Collaborate in the preparation of the monthly reports and variance analysis that will help identify key focus areas for management, in a timely manner
• Assist with the preparation of various business planning processes and deliverables: forecast, budget, 5 year strategic plan, etc.
• Assist in inputting forecast and budget projections into Moody’s financial reporting system with guidance from direct manager and/or senior team members
• Partner with other teams in Business Planning to foster good working relationships with the rest of the organization
• Assist in the development of new reporting solutions and identifying key focus areas for management with guidance from direct manager and/or senior team members

Experience/Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or Statistics or other quantitative field
• Entry-level position but previous experience would be preferable
• Good verbal & written english skills
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office (preferably: Office 365)
• Good analytical decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• English speaking and writing capabilities are a plus.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and prioritize tasks accordingly.

Key Compeencies:

• Desire to learn new skills and cover new challenges
• Applies knowledge and basic problem solving techniques to define and resolve problems
• Positive attitude and ability to work as a member of a team
• Develop broad based knowledge of financial instruments, terminology, and related business practices of the FP&A area
• Able to provide basic support to the business planning processes and deliverables

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.