Location:

4900 Tiedeman Road - Brooklyn, Ohio 44144-2302

ABOUT THE JOB (JOB BRIEF)

The Lead Quantitative Analytics Associate - Finance is primarily responsible for using advanced mathematical techniques to develop predictive time-series models related to Pre-Provision Net Revenue (PPNR) for internal stress testing, Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR) stress testing, and the corporate forecast.  The role may also support quantitative process related to Interest-Rate Risk (IRR) for Asset-Liability Management (ALM) and Liquidity Risk.  The ideal candidate will be able to translate a strong banking acumen into robust quantitative processes.  Success factors include: designing advanced modeling approaches and developing / modifying existing models to meet changing business needs or in response to trends and strategy; exercising functional knowledge in analytical programming languages, data literacy, and model development to deliver predictive analysis to inform business problems; leading conversation with partners, delivering the right message and translating complex theories and ideas into easy-to-understand language; and serving as an emerging leader and role model across team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Use critical thinking to develop insights and deliver predictive analysis that answers business problems related to “what will happen next?”Develop, design, and/or leverage advanced modeling approaches, standard techniques for data inference and performance, and algorithms / models.Identify and anticipate business need; obtain the right informationDevelop robust quantitative processes that will withstand the test of time.Deliver the right message to partners using past trends to predict future behavior and linking conclusions based on analyses to business impact.Navigate model approval process as neededMake process improvement suggestionsBe an emerging leader across the team: Serve as a role model to others; provide input to work product of junior staff; Help others to develop, publish, and customize modelsIdentify and employ best practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree (or its equivalent) in economics, statistics, mathematics, financial engineering, data sciences, predictive modeling, or other quantitative disciplines and at least 2 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) in economics, statistics, mathematics, financial engineering, data sciences, predictive modeling, or other quantitative disciplines and at least 5 years of relevant experience

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Have a robust understanding of Finance and Accounting concepts.5+ years experience in PPNR modeling for a Category IV (or higher) bankAbility to identify downstream model impacts on related processes.Intuition on the broader macroeconomic impact on the bank’s balance sheet

DATA LITERACY

Working knowledge of:Different types of data and techniques for managing these data structuresAbility to:Assist / guide others in information retention, coordination with data stewards, and anticipation of process/procedure needsLink conclusions based on data analysis to business impactsDefine processes for integrating and repurposing data analyses

TECHNOLOGY & TECHNIQUES

Advanced Microsoft Office SuiteSQL/NoSQLRelationship data structureSelecting and retrieving data including unstructured data retrieval, archival, and ETLDatabasesAdvanced Python/R/SAS:DatabasesEfficient codingCan build strong code controls and translate code into high-level commentaryUnderstanding of and ability to leverage:Cloud-based computingDistributed computing

MODEL BUILDING & MAINTENANCE

Moderate-to-strong competency in time-series forecasting techniques.Ability to detect and mitigate time-series forecasting issues that would not appear in backtesting (e.g., overfitting)Understands and can leverage:Optimization techniques and supporting numerical analysis requirements in algorithms / modelsAbility to:Interpret performance and reliability of assumptions; identify when to escalateLeverage and lead the design of advanced modeling approachesDevelop / design standard techniques for data inference and performance perspectivesDetermine use requirements based on business processesIdentify and employ best practices in implementation.

EXPECTED COMPETENCIES

Leadership: Emerging leader across team; Role model to others – may coach and develop; Provides direction/mentorship to junior staffPartnering / Influencing: Proven relationship building ability; Strong interpersonal skills; Can lead the conversation with partners in the business, technology, etc.; Sought out to by business partners and team members; May coach and develop relationship building skills in others; Developing comfort with influencing and consulting typically with mid-level leadersBusiness Acumen: General understanding of finance and accounting concepts related to standard financial reports such as the balance sheet and income statement.  Understands LOB strategy; Knows our competition and industry; Possesses intellectual curiosity; Understands key drivers of financial results and business impact; Aware of the competitive environment.Critical Thinking / Problem Solving: Leverages critical thinking and business acumen to provide solutions to increasingly more complex problems; Understands impacts / intersections with other business partners / LOBs; Aware of potential pitfalls with each recommended solution; thoroughly vets and thinks through options before making a decision.Communication: Strong writing skills; organizes material for brevity, persuasiveness, and impact; Effectively communicates key points to respective stakeholders, with the right amount of detail; Proactively shares information beyond those at the table who may have a need to know; Comfortable in situations where conflict is present; Demonstrated presentation development and delivery skills; Ability to create presentations that include the right data / information and tell the right story

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $71,000 to $120,000 annually depending on location and job-related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short-term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.

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Key has implemented a role-based Mobile by Design approach to our employee workspaces, dedicating space to those whose roles require specific workspaces, while providing flexible options for roles which are less dependent on assigned workspaces and can be performed effectively in a mobile environment. As a result, this role may be Mobile or Home-based, which means you may work primarily either at a home office or in a Key facility to perform your job duties.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 03/28/2025

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