Credit Analyst I

Job Details: Job Location: Norman Main Banking Center - Norman, OK, Salary Range: Undisclosed, JOB SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for providing credit analysis for the bank.  This position will analyze financial documentation and related information to insure informed credit decisions.  Support the Credit Analyst Supervisor and Loan Review Officer in administrative processes to assist in the identification of inherent risk in the bank’s loan portfolio. (This is not a remote position.)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Analyze financial documentation for new and renewed loans, including financial statements, tax returns, profit and loss statements, and credit bureau reports.

Will generally focus on smaller, less complex credits

Provide ratio, trend and cash flow analysis as needed.  Prepare borrower analysis reports for Loan Officers and Loan Committees in a timely manner. 

Work closely with Credit Analyst Supervisor and Lenders to insure informed credit decisions on loan proposals.

Work closely with Credit Analyst Supervisor, Loan Review Officer, and Loan Administration to ensure banking regulations, loan policies, and adequate underwriting standards are being followed on credits analyzed.

Recognize the characteristics of a problem loan and report to Loan Review Officer.

Assist Credit Analyst Supervisor and Loan Review Officer with monthly and quarterly reports as needed.

Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality standards.

Effectively work and cooperate with lenders, supervisors, and co-workers.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related field is required.

1-2 years’ relevant experience preferred.

Previous banking experience in credit analysis, loan review, or lending related area is preferred.

Proficient computer, 10 key, and typing skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong proficiency in PC applications including Windows, MS Word, MS Excel.  Experience in Jack Henry bank software a plus

Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong team building and interpersonal skills: able to work well with a wide range of people

Strong organizational and time management skills

Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules

Strong follow through on projects and deliverables

Strong analytical skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Demonstrate resourcefulness and ability to take initiative in development and completion of projects

Strong sense of customer service

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This work is sedentary and requires the following physical activities:

Sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking, hearing, and visual acuity

Frequent lifting (up to 25 pounds of paper supplies or minor office equipment).

Possible driving to various banking centers, client locations, seminar locations, and other sites as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normal office environment

NOTE:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position.  These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
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