Credit Analyst II

Coastal•Madison, MS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Credit Analyst II will review, analyze and evaluate credit data for assigned business lines, including asset-based lending, equipment, C&I, and Real Estate lending. Credit Analysts make recommendations for final loan approval while ensuring risk exposure is consistent with the bank's credit quality policies and guidelines. Position can be remote, hybrid or on-site.

Requirements

Proven ability to analyze financial conditions, financial statements, and tax returns. Ability to understand business relationships and business entity structures and their effect on financial condition and status.
Knowledge of C&I lending. Working knowledge of financial institution policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and effectively regarding status, priorities, and expectations with various stakeholders with competing priorities through the analysis and approval process.
Proven effective verbal and written communication skills, including writing efficiently.
Ability to work in an ambiguous, fluid environment working on customized loan proposals
Knowledge of best practices, standard concepts, and procedures within the lending field. Experience with complex loan structures.
Strong knowledge of computers including financial software (Word, Excel, Sageworks, FIS, Moody’s, etc.).
Required to handle multiple tasks at the same time
Must have excellent attention to detail to ensure timely and effective communication
Understanding of digital banking concepts and familiarity of subscription pricing banking models
Knowledge of serving as a Capital Call Lending facilitator through communication with partner venture capitalists
At least 3-6 years of credit approval/underwriting, real estate/construction lending, special assets, or related accounting/finance experience required.

Responsibilities

Credit underwriting duties primarily include Annual Term loan Reviews, relatively complex new credits up to $15MM, and renewal credits up to $20MM.
Credit underwriting loans with slightly higher credit risk profiles (i.e. construction and monitored lines of credit).
Additional supporting roles in Credit Administration (i.e. monitored lines of credit, concentration reporting, appraisal review, etc.)
Analyze financial data such as balance sheets, income statements, tax returns, income growth, quality of management, market share, appraisals, entity structures, and overall borrower business plans in order to make recommendations with regards to credits. Includes analyzing credit information from other sources, lenders, and credit reporting agencies.
Prepare credit submissions to Credit Administration with recommendations for approval. Research and examine credit risks, assess credit history, and express reasons for support of extension, or denials of credit.
Conduct on-going verification and regular tracking of customer’s credit quality through periodic review of collateral values, valuation dates and methodology, credit reports and supplier checks, tracking and analysis of required financial information and any other approval conditions.
Support and enable front-line staff with call preparation with analysis such as industry benchmarks and questions relevant to the prospect.
Ensure timely line and/or loan renewals to prevent expirations. Notify appropriate lending personnel about up-coming maturities, ticklers and required documentation.
Partner with processors to ensure loan documentation is consistent with requirements provided by credit authorizations. Identify title, insurance, zoning, entity and other issues requiring attention prior to approval.
Maintain credit files. Prepare checklists and maintain authorizations and documentation.
Prepare analyses with projections and other justifications to check or reset loan covenants based on performance of credit and/or financials of borrower and/or guarantor.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Follow and comply with all regulatory and compliance regulations.

Benefits

Medical Coverage: Choose from three competitive medical plans to find the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with eligible medical plans, offering tax advantages and employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses to help you save on out-of-pocket costs.
Dental and Vision Insurance: Plans to keep you and your family smiling and seeing clearly.
Life Insurance: Company-paid basic life insurance with options to purchase additional coverage for yourself and your dependents.
Long-Term /Short-Term Disability (LTD): Income protection in the event of a long-term illness or injury.
Supplemental Benefits: Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness coverage to provide extra financial support when you need it most.
401(k) Retirement Plan: A competitive retirement savings plan with company matching to help you plan for the future.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and sick leave policies to support your time away from work.
Holidays: Enjoy 11 paid holidays throughout the year.