Credit Analyst II

Finlayson Bancshares•Marshall, MN

7d•$65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Credit Analyst II Join a Community-Focused Bank Where Your Expertise Makes a Difference At First Independent Bank, we're more than a place to work. We're a team that values relationships, collaboration, and helping our customers and communities thrive. As a Credit Analyst II you'll play a key role in supporting sound lending decisions while partnering with lenders and customers. If you enjoy analyzing financial information, solving problems, building trusted relationships, and being part of a team that genuinely cares about its customers and each other, we'd love to hear from you. Primary Purpose The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing and evaluating credit information, preparing credit presentations in collaboration with loan officers for submission to loan committees, and completing annual reviews on designated loans through the collection and analysis of customer financial information. This position also supports our commitment to providing prompt, accurate, and exceptional customer service while promoting the products and services of First Independent Bank.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a credit analyst, portfolio management, or similar banking position.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Basic understanding of tax returns required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows applications.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree (AA) or Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
strong knowledge and interpretation of tax returns preferred.

Responsibilities

Enter financial statements and related information into financial analysis software and maintain a strong working knowledge of FINPACK, Suntell, and Microsoft Excel.
Analyze complex financial information related to new and renewal Agricultural and Commercial loan requests for requests generally ranging from $500M to $14MM.
Assist with risk assessment for Agricultural and Commercial loan requests by conducting thorough credit analysis in accordance with bank standards and industry guidelines.
Regularly research and analyze macroeconomic and sector-specific trends in the Agricultural and Commercial industries to accurately evaluate borrower repayment capacity and inform credit underwriting decisions.
Prepare credit approval analysis, including evaluation of credit suitability within bank policy guidelines.
Prepare and complete independent internal evaluations for Ag Real Estate, Ag Machinery, Commercial Real Estate, and Consumer Real Estate in accordance with bank policy and regulatory guidelines.
Provide ongoing credit management support through quarterly and annual reviews, evaluating customer financial performance and overall financial condition.
Present findings and recommendations regarding a customer's creditworthiness.
Participate in ongoing and annual reviews of loans and commitments to: Assign objective credit grades, Evaluate the adequacy of loan documentation, Identify existing or potential credit concerns, Ensure compliance with bank policies, Prepare written review reports.
Provide support and assist in training new credit analysts.
Work alongside Lenders on larger and more complex lending relationships.
Meet with customers as needed to gather financial information and better understand their business operations.
Collaborate with lending and credit teams to support quality credit decisions and exceptional customer experiences.
Build positive working relationships with colleagues and customers through professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
Help promote the bank's products and services by understanding customer needs and delivering personalized support.