Lets begin! Analyst (Local Governments) (12108)

Moody's•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

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. Our West Coast Local Government team is responsible for analyzing and rating debt issued by cities, counties, schools, utilities and special districts in California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, Utah, Alaska, and Hawaii. By joining our team, you will contribute to maintaining rating accuracy, providing insightful credit analysis, and supporting market transparency. We embrace innovation through AI adoption to enhance analytical processes and drive efficiency across our workflows.

Requirements

5+ years of work experience in public finance, preferably West Coast Local Governments or a related field
Knowledge of local government budgeting, accounting, finance and audited financial statements
Strong quantitative aptitude and proven analytical skills
Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex concepts clearly
Understanding of economic, financial, and political challenges facing local governments
Highly organized, efficient, and meticulous with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong skills in data analysis
Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in public policy, public administration, economics, or business strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide insightful credit analysis and maintain ratings for West Coast local governments and rated obligations
Present analytical recommendations to rating committees
Contribute to portfolio maintenance through credit reviews
Analyze data and write research reports and commentary on public finance trends
Interact professionally with government representatives, financial intermediaries, and investors
Respond to investor and press inquiries
Represent the team at conferences and meetings
Mentor junior analysts
Leverage tools and technologies including spreadsheets, presentations, and AI-powered solutions