Operations - Portfolio Monitoring Unit (Credit) - Analyst

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

KKR's Gurugram office provides best-in-class business operations services and solutions to our internal stakeholders and clients, drives organization-wide process efficiency and transformation, and reflects KKR's global culture and values of teamwork and innovation. The office contains multifunctional business capabilities and is integral in furthering the growth and transformation of KKR. The office was established with an initial concentration of finance, operations, and technology personnel, followed by the expansion of additional functions and capabilities. KKR’s creation of a Gurugram office builds upon the firm's momentum in India and bolsters its existing presence in Mumbai.

TEAM OVERVIEW
In 2016 KKR set up a dedicated portfolio team to help monitor and manage its global Private Credit portfolio. The Portfolio Monitoring Unit (PMU) is responsible for the analysis of company financial statements, asset valuation, financial modelling, and ongoing asset and portfolio risk analysis. 

POSITION SUMMARY
The Analyst/Senior Analyst will be tasked with monitoring KKR’s revolving credit portfolio and will partner closely with management, investment team members and senior leadership to track portfolio company performance, monitor liquidity levels, and assess performance against credit KPIs. The individual will be expected to deliver quarterly Investment Committee reviews, build and maintain financial models, and engage directly with portfolio companies to inform strategic decisions on portfolio management including refinancings, restructurings, and exits.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Assessment of underlying portfolio company performance, through detailed financial statement evaluation
•    Financial and commercial risk assessment of companies, feeding into portfolio risks
•    Financial modelling and sensitivity analysis
•    Ongoing valuation analysis, including Discounted Cash Flow, Relative Value, Enterprise Value Waterfall assessment
•    Monitoring the delivery of financial updates from portfolio companies
•    Preparation of quarterly reviews and presentation to Investment Committee
•    Reconciliation of financial reporting between audited and management financials
•    Engaging with third party advisors as required

QUALIFICATIONS
•    3+ years relevant experience (i.e. investment banking, private equity, corporate / leveraged lending, corporate finance, transaction services, restructuring, corporate audit and valuations). Portfolio and credit risk experience highly valued
•    Relevant professional qualification (ACA, CFA, ACCA or similar)
•    Analytical and inquiring mindset, with a willingness to develop new skills
•    Strong academic background with graduate degree preferred
•    Commercial awareness and a good understanding of financial statements and structures
•    Financial modelling experience
•    Strong communication, report writing and organisation skills