Commercial Loan Underwriter

Land of Lincoln Credit Union•Springfield, IL

4d•$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Loan Underwriter is an essential position within the Business and Agriculture lending team, providing analytical support by assessing credit risk on new loan requests and loan reviews on existing loans in the Business and Agriculture loan portfolios as assigned, in conformance with established policies, procedures, and objectives. The Commercial Loan Underwriter is additionally responsible for ensuring compliance with all prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines.

Requirements

Education and/or experience equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret financial statements.
Proficient in Windows applications and Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as analysis software, with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of credit reporting and lending practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Four year degree in Accounting or Finance, or a related business field, from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

Assess and determine repayment ability of all borrowers and guarantors, and from a global perspective through in-depth analysis of tax returns and financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statements, using trend, cash flow, ratio, leverage, and projection analysis, which includes stress testing cash flow using various criteria such as changes in interest rate and vacancy.
Review documentation to determine viability and adequacy of collateral.
Utilize information from various sources to determine Borrower and Guarantor character and creditworthiness.
Review and analyze legal documents as necessary.
Prepare and calculate risk ratings on commercial relationships and communicates any material information to assist in limiting risk.
Possess and apply a working knowledge and understanding of Loan Policy, Procedures, and appropriate regulatory guidance.
Perform Annual Reviews of existing loans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Meet with business loan members on a scheduled basis in conjunction with the loan officers to foster relationship and enhance the credit union’s understanding of business credits.
Maintain workflow and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Maintain accurate files.
Assist with audit and examination responses.
Attend training as necessary.
Maintains work area in an orderly manner.
Performs other duties and works other hours as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Accidental Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Medical FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Limited FSA
Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Funeral and Grieving Leave
Paid Disability Leave
401k
Clothing Allowance
Community Impact/Community Service - Staff are provided up to 14 hours per year of paid time for the purposes of volunteering.
Tuition Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities
Fitness Programs
New Employee Referral Bonus