S&P Global · 6 days ago
Rating Analyst - Americas Public Finance, Local Government Group, West
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$62K/yr - $84K/yr
1+ years expS&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings and analytics. The Rating Analyst role focuses on conducting credit analysis and supporting rating decisions for local governments in the western United States.
AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCreditEnterprise SoftwareFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation ServicesMarket Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Conduct in‑depth research and prepare comprehensive documents and presentations for rating committees, demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to identify issues others may miss
Attend rating committee meetings alongside senior analysts, actively listening to understand different perspectives and providing technical information to support team decisions
Apply rating criteria and financial statement analysis to identify appropriate courses of action and refine analytical approaches
Assist in collecting and analyzing data for special projects, resolving varied and non‑routine issues while contributing new ideas to support team objectives
Collaborate with analysts to publish periodic thought leadership and interpret technical information for broader audiences
Support and exchange technical information with immediate team members and routine stakeholders to ensure effective communication across interactions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, government/public policy, or a related field
An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 1+ years of extensive experience in municipal finance, public‑sector analysis, or related financial/analytical roles
Demonstrated interest in local government operations and municipal finance
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks by importance and urgency, focusing on high‑priority, high‑impact work
Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis, including cash flow and credit models
Excellent communication skills with the ability to actively listen, understand different perspectives, and engage confidently with clients and colleagues
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with programming languages, data analytics, or AI/automation tools is advantageous
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week
We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer
Preferred
Experience with municipal bond analysis or public‑sector financial evaluation
Knowledge of government accounting principles and financial reporting standards
Familiarity with credit rating methodologies and analytical frameworks
Proven ability to work effectively under general guidance while taking initiative to support team success
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
Company
S&P Global
S&P Global is a market intelligence company that provides financial information and data analytics services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.75B2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2016-04-28IPO
Leadership Team
Martina Cheung
President and CEO
Rick Goldberg
Chief Financial Officer Market Intelligence
Recent News
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