Corporate Data Analyst

Fitch Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Fitch Group is comprised of: Fitch Ratings, a global leader in credit ratings and research; Fitch Solutions, an industry-leading provider of credit risk products and services; and Fitch Learning, a preeminent training and professional development firm. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch complies with all laws governing employment in each jurisdiction in which it operates, and provides equal opportunity to all applicants and employees. All applications will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, and other status protected by applicable laws.

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Corporate Data Analyst based out of our Manchester office.

The Data Analyst will be part of our Data Operations team responsible for collection and extraction of all fundamental data needed across Fitch Group. Candidates will be required to analyse and maintain data for corporate entities within Fitch systems. More specifically, they will be required to interpret financial data from annual and other periodic reports, to ensure data is extracted from the balance sheet, income statement and associated notes in line with Fitch methodology. Candidates will also be required to support client queries on this data as they arise.

What We Offer:
• This is a great chance to join a growing team responsible for Fitch’s fundamental data collection, supporting Ratings and Solutions.
• Exposure to the latest technology, as processes are transformed to leverage AI/ML.

We’ll Count on You To:
• Analyse financial data to ensure information from annual or periodical reports has been collected in line with Fitch methodology.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on financial data decisions and queries via email, on the phone or face to face.
• Proactively make recommendations on process improvements to the data capture/quality assurance process, and assist with the implementation of new processes, through training and documentation updates.

What You Need to Have:
• A sound knowledge of accounting practices to interpret all aspects of a financial report, ideally qualified to a degree standard in accountancy or business studies.
• Prior experience working with financial statement fundamental data preferred.
• A second language would be advantageous.

What Would Make You Stand Out:
• Excellent administration and communication skills.
• Must have a highly organised and methodical approach to work.
• To be a self-starter who can pick up new processes quickly and accurately.
• Can work effectively within a team environment.
• Have a can-do attitude to problems.

Why Fitch?
At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone. Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority. We are building incredible things at Fitch, and we invite you to join us on our journey.

For more information, please visit our websites:
www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com