Credit Analyst III - C&I

Provident Bank•Paramus, NJ

1d•$77,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Provident Bank is a highly regarded multi-billion-dollar financial institution in New Jersey with deep roots in the community, continuing to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and New York. The bank is committed to placing employees, customers, and communities at the center of all operations, enhancing both customer and employee experiences. This position is responsible for detailed research and credit analysis of complex credit requests within the Commercial Credit Underwriting – C&I Regional Department. The incumbent must possess comprehensive knowledge of credit and risk analysis, credit rules, credit structuring, regulations, and documentation, with the ability to exercise independent judgment within established Underwriting Guidelines and Credit Policy. At this level, the Credit Analyst III is expected to increasingly collaborate with and assist Commercial Loan Officers on customer calls. The role also involves assisting in training less experienced staff members and handling more complex and/or challenging assignments, such as larger deals or complicated requests with significant relationship exposure under Market and Lending Leadership Approval Authority (Level 6 & 7 or below).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
Minimum 5 years in Commercial credit underwriting
Thorough knowledge of underwriting, credit analysis and commercial loan structure.
Strong analytical skills with ability to identify strengths and mitigate risks.
Knowledge of commercial real estate lending (investment and owner-occupied).
Proficient in Commercial & Industrial lending including debt service coverage, cash flow, A/R and A/P, WIP, and Borrowing Base Certificates.
Strong computer skills, inclusive of experience with loan origination software and MS Office applications (specifically MS Word and Excel).
Strong verbal and written communication.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and complete them on time.
Ability to conduct meetings, meet with customers, effectively present information and respond to questions from peers, auditors and various levels of management.
Sound comprehension of accounting practices, inclusive of balance sheets, income statements, equity reconciliation, and cash flows.
Credit underwriting confidence for the ability to mentor and train Credit Analyst I & II.

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

Prepare loan approvals, annual reviews and conduct and credit analysis for new requests, in addition to modifications and short term extension of existing loans
Prepare and spread business financial statements and cash flows, in addition to personal financial statements and cash flow for personal guarantors. Verify covenant compliance. Conduct analysis on accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports, work in progress reports, and borrowing base certificates.
Accompany Commercial Loan Officers on customer and prospect calls. Participate in discussions with management regarding creditworthiness of proposed loan requests.
Conduct third party research, inclusive of industry reports, personal credit reports, real estate analysis with market assessments, etc.
Prepares reports and handles special assignments as warranted
Subject to business needs may have supervisory and mentorship responsibilities for junior Credit Analysts.

Benefits

Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO)
Receive Holiday (PTO)
Eligible to participate in the bank’s Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life Insurance
Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs
Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.