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Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an sset and Rating Surveillance Associate for a FULL TIME assignment with one of our premier Financial clients in their Boston, MA office .

POSITION SUMMARY
Serve as an Associate overseeing the surveillance of the firm's structured investments, including monitoring asset ratings, investment performance, deal activity, deal efficiency and market opportunities. The ideal candidate will be able to independently analyze investment data, communicate investment data effectively with key stakeholders and formalize monitoring processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support rating surveillance process on all structured transactions (100% owned or syndicated).
• Prepare rating agency packages (updated deal model inclusive of rating agency stress scenarios, latest investor reports, borrower financial statements, asset performance reports).
• Coordinate with various stakeholders on any information requests from the agencies.
• Keep up-to-date performance/asset-level data in structuring folders and systems.
• Get updated underlying asset information in coordination with portfolio management and third-party administrator (TPA) teams.
• Roll forward transaction models in Intex or other Excel templates.
• Manage all rating agency requests and updates.
SPV Asset Management
• Monitor performance of key tests and triggers.
• Monitor rating actions of public issuance across sectors to stay ahead of potential assumption changes.
• Consider any changes to structure to better optimize capital (NAIC and BMA) or protect against performance issues.
• Serve as primary point of contact for TPAs.
• Finalize deal models on the Intex platform with handoff from transaction lead.
• Coordinate any underlying document amendments with transaction lead.
• Perform monthly cashflow reconciliation (and normalize/analyze inconsistencies).
• Be part of the team supporting internal teams on the portfolio (with oversight from transaction leads), including:
- Analytics
- Risk
- Finance/Tax/Accounting
• Work with valuations team on pricing and cashflow support where needed given usage of transaction models.
• Answer transaction model questions and provide any documentation/performance data requested from teams.
• Perform income reconciliation for Sidecar vehicles and other measures.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience at an asset manager, insurance company or related field; Master's degree a plus.
• Understanding of structured asset-based finance investments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set.
• Ability to work effectively with Portfolio Managers and senior management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word; VBA and Visio experience a plus).
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and build proper processes.

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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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