CMBS Surveillance - Analyst (PA)
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an Analyst to join our growing commercial real estate (CRE) credit ratings team in the Dresher, PA office. The role involves leading surveillance of a portfolio of commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS), conducting cash flow analysis, and supporting team operations to maintain high quality credit ratings.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end surveillance of an assigned portfolio of commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) in accordance with organizational guidelines, including the preparation and presentation of analyses to committees and the publication of transaction reports
- Develop detailed cash flow analysis for commercial real estate properties. Assess credit risk of a transaction in collaboration with other team members to develop and present credit opinions on assigned transactions. Prepare detailed reports for publication
- Provide support to other senior team members in property cashflows
- Support group operations and processes managing the request and flow of information during the review process for own assigned deals as well as for others
- Participate in workplace projects as needed to increase efficiency
Skills
- B.A. / B.S. degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commercial Real Estate is required
- 0-2 years of business experience preferably within financial services
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills are essential
- Must be proficient in the use of MS Office with strengths in Excel and Word
- Ability to take initiative and work independently and work closely with fellow team members in a collaborative environment
- Relevant Commercial Real Estate, Rating Agency, or CMBS experience is preferred
- Familiarity with the CREFC Investor Reporting Package is most helpful
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus
Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Educational and professional development financial assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
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