Ratings Associate - Corporate Finance

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. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence. 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.  Skills and Competencies 
 1-2 years of Finance and accounting experience. Relevant internship is preferred Exceptional verbal, written communication, and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated proactivity and effectiveness in a collaborative team setting. Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and prioritize tasks effectively, with analytical thinking. Good understanding of fixed income markets, credit knowledge, and accounting expertise focused on financial analysis (e.g., coursework, CFA or equivalent, or relevant work experience). Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use. Education 
 Minimum undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g. Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent qualifications) with strong academic performance Responsibilities 
 Portfolio Management & Credit Quality Working with lead analysts by performing day-to-day credit analysis related to ratings, research, presentations, and investor outreach.  Examples of analytical work may include: Reviewing financial spreadsheets and charts, analyzing data and financial statements, building and updating financial forecasts, and writing analytical commentary in accordance with Moody’s methodologies. Assisting with proprietary models and new financial projections as applicable, identifying trends in data, and applying analytical skills and judgment to form well-reasoned credit conclusions. Developing a working knowledge of credit fundamentals through a review of components such as transaction documentation, cash flow analysis, or loss allocation rules. Performing analytical tasks related to portfolio reviews and other credit projects. Developing a working knowledge of Moody’s methodologies and credit rating best practices, and applying these with guidance from lead analysts. Collaborating with lead analysts in preparing the first draft of rating committee memos. Developing the ability to understand and identify key factors that affect issuer credit ratings.  Interpreting and analyzing financial data and other credit inputs provided by internal and external parties. Monitoring credit quality and issuer and/or industry trends by following market developments and relevant news events, analyzing issuer reporting (including, in some rating groups monitoring and attending earnings calls), and engaging with issuers directly for follow-up clarification and information. Attending and participating in rating committee meetings, including to offer analysis and opinion where appropriate. Preparing credit estimates analysis used to assess elements of credit risk in certain rated