Goldman Sachs is seeking an Analyst or Associate level candidate to join the Private Markets Investing & Lending ("PMIL") team to assist in the analysis and underwriting of new investment opportunities. Our team sits within the Global Banking and Markets division and operates as the direct underwriting team across debt facilities collateralized by private credit and private equity investments. The finance professional will be an integral part of the team, responsible for a wide variety of activities and analysis. This position has frequent contact with all levels of employees, management, and clients. The candidate should possess strong communication and presentation skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
 

Conduct due diligence, underwriting, structuring, and closing of new investmentsContinued monitoring of investments post-closingAssist with a variety of projects including evaluation of potential investment opportunities and other ad hoc or strategic initiativesAssist in creation of financial models and communicate key variables and risks with the teamResearch and analyze prospective investments, developing various quantitative analyzesPrepare internal investment approval memoranda and presentationsDeliver on ad hoc or special business project as directed by senior managementPerform ad hoc analysis: know where to get data to drive insightsIdentify, process and technology improvement opportunities and develop recommendations for executionCommitted to upholding and emulating Goldman Sachs core valuesOther projects and duties as assigned
 

Education, Skills & Experience
 

Bachelor's degree from accredited four-year university in finance, accounting, engineering, or related technical field required1-3 year of professional financial/accounting experienceStrong accounting/financial modeling and analytical skills supported by a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPointStrong verbal and written communication skills that support a collegial and collaborative working styleAbility to create and develop complex financial analysis including detailed assumptions and logical thought processAbility to summarize detailed information at a level appropriate for executive communicationFlexibility and ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments, and to meet critical and established deadlines; ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneouslyAbility to learn quickly and demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a high-performing teamSelf-starter, executes with a sense of urgency and delivers high quality results within compressed timelinesStrong financial acumen with a working knowledge of financial statements, financial metrics and KPIsBasic understanding of accounting systems, principles, practices and proceduresAble to understand complex transactions and have a desire to learn new processesSound business judgment and decision-making abilities