David Castanheira
@davidcastanheira
Financial analyst specializing in markets, structured credit, and risk control for banking institutions.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance professional with a Master's in Monetary and Financial Economics and hands-on experience across global markets, structured credit and banking assurance. I combine technical modelling with practical controls to support accurate P&L and risk reporting.
At BNP Paribas I validated economic P&L figures, investigated discrepancies against Front Office forecasts, and produced hedge accounting controls to strengthen finance and trading governance. I also managed lifecycle events for a structured credit fund, supporting origination, refinancing and GL reconciliations.
Previously at PwC I worked on banking credit risk losses (IFRS 9), analysing PD, LGD and EAD methodologies and assessing internal controls. I interned in financial consulting in New York supporting market research and business development for European expansion.
I bring technical skills including Python fundamentals, Alteryx, LoanIQ, Calypso and advanced Microsoft Office, plus fluency in Portuguese, English and Spanish. I seek to apply rigorous analytical and control-focused skills to roles that drive accurate financial reporting and risk-aware decision making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
BCGlobal Markets Financial Analyst
BNP Paribas CIB
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Validate economic P&L figures, investigate discrepancies with Front Office forecasts, and produce hedge accounting controls to improve accuracy and compliance across ALMT P&L reporting.
BCStructured Credit Analyst
BNP Paribas CIB
Sep 2022 - Jul 2024 (1 year 10 months)
Managed lifecycle events for a financial fund's structured credit portfolio, performing credit due diligence, financial analysis, and GL-level reconciliations to support loan origination and refinancing.
PWAnalyzed banking credit risk losses under IFRS 9, evaluated PD/LGD/EAD methodologies and pricing models, and reviewed internal controls for financial services clients.
Financial Consultant Intern
The Advance Group
Jun 2019 - Sep 2019 (3 months)
Supported market research and client recruitment in Europe through cold calling, assisted fundraising events, and analyzed data to inform project strategies and expand business development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IMISEG – Lisbon School of Economics & Management
Master of Monetary and Financial Economics, Monetary and Financial Economics
2019 - 2021
Activities and societies: Entrepreneurship projects: Junior Achievement StartUp Programme (finalist), Euroacelera accelerator (5 months).
Master of Monetary and Financial Economics with coursework in monetary policy, international financial markets, banking & insurance, and micro & macroeconomics.
UVUniversity of Évora
Bachelor of Management, Management
2016 - 2019
Activities and societies: Volunteer: Banco Alimentar Contra a Fome; Fundação Eugénio de Almeida; Student-athlete (football) 2004–2017, team captain.
Bachelor of Management program covering financial accounting, taxation, financial analysis, investment analysis, and mathematics & statistics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
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