SBA Credit Analyst

Towne Family of Companies • Charlotte, NC

11h

About The Position

Join Dogwood State Bank, a Division of TowneBank, Small Business Lending. As a vital asset to Dogwood, our team members play a crucial role in delivering exceptional financial services through both our banking footprint and across the United States. With deep roots in the communities we serve, we pride ourselves on being an employer of destination. At Dogwood, our core values of love and respect shine through in every aspect of our work. We are a dedicated team, committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and communities. Position Summary The Credit Analyst partners closely with Credit Underwriters to support aspects of underwriting. Key responsibilities include delivering comprehensive administrative support, ordering third‑party reports, spreading financial statements, and performing certain data entry within Spark and other internal systems. The Credit Analyst also collaborates with Underwriters to refine processes and systems that enhance loan volume, improve efficiency, and shorten turnaround times.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ banking experience or equivalent.
• Deep knowledge of the SBA’s SOP, and related regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to use SBA systems are necessary to perform under the bank’s PLP SBA status.
• Thorough knowledge of lending policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in computer software and systems
• Proficient with statement spreading programs.
• Above - average courtesy and tact in dealing with community and peers.
• Strong professional, appearance, dress, attitude, interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to perform independently and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to Underwriters to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows.
• Develops and implements effective processes with each Underwriter to improve pipeline management and credit analysis.
• Develops a full understanding of Spark and other internal systems; assists with selected data entry functions as needed
• Facilitates the ordering of third‑party reports, works directly with vendors, and reviews reports upon receipt.
• Performs financial spreading and risk assessments on small business loan requests to support sound credit decisions.
• Maintains effective communication with all internal partners.
• Reads and understands the SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Develops a full understanding of Dogwood SBL internal processes and procedures.
• Develops a full understanding of Dogwood SBL Credit Guidelines.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all internal partners.
• Implements effective time‑management practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level