Asset-Based Lending Field Examiner

Gordon Brothers

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Field Examiner is a key member of the collateral examination team and will participate in the execution of asset-based field examinations, perform basic analytic and auditing tasks, documenting and evaluating controls and implementing test work. Our ideal candidate has a minimum of three years’ relevant experience, is able to independently run a field examinable from start to finish, and provide insightful, concise analysis on financial statement data with an understanding of the field examination process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, audit or finance or equivalent experience in finance, public accounting, or banking required.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in field exam, including knowledge of borrowing base lending, Asset Based Lending (ABL) or other forms of secured finance.
Financial books and records or financial auditing experience required; forensic accounting/ financial due diligence experience helpful.
Advanced proficiency with MS Excel and Word is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
A high degree of integrity and business acumen.
Highly motivated professionals who enjoy a team environment and work well independently.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Strong time management skills.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques and processes for research, data gathering and reporting.
Attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical capabilities.
Strong accounting, audit, and writing skills.
Knowledge of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements; familiarity with GAAP principles.
Self-motivated and ability to work independently without supervision.
Desire to learn and grow.
Ability to travel is required to visit borrower locations within the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of MS PowerPoint preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs on-site engagements consisting of field examinations of prospect and existing asset-based borrower's collateral records and financial reports to determine / assess collateral values that secure loans to identify and highlights areas of collateral weakness, areas of potential exposure for the lender’s collateral, and to detect fraudulent activity.
In addition to focusing on accounts receivable, inventory or other assets supporting the Borrowing Bases, the audits will include a review of books and records; analyses of accounts payable, bank statements, tax payments and filing status, insurance, sources, uses of cash and financial statement reviews that include other assets, other liabilities, and equity accounts.
Effectively perform and document audit activities in accordance with professional standards and methodologies.
Performs detail testing as defined by the field examination program to analyze and validate information.
Evaluates accounting system controls and data integrity.
Is able to efficiently use various software, client templates and data mining programs.
Verifies that collateral is being reported and managed per the terms and conditions stipulated in the Loan Document.
Documents findings/results of engagements; writes concisely and convincingly; presents confidently in writing and verbally to others, highlighting areas of risk and exposure, material variances, conclusions reached from testing results, and related recommendations for improvement, if necessary.
Understands procedures, results and business impacts; documents and expresses such understanding in both written and verbal form.
Provides exemplary customer service during and subsequent to the completion of engagements.
Contributes to and promotes a positive environment to improve team effectiveness.
Maintains a current professional development plan reflecting a commitment to self-development.
Meets administrative reporting requirements.