Strategic SME Credit Analyst

Khalifa Fund | صندوق خليفة; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Khalifa Fund | صندوق خليفة is seeking a detail-oriented Credit Assessment Specialist to evaluate SME financing applications, assess creditworthiness, analyze financial information, and ensure compliance with approved policies and regulatory requirements.

The role involves preparing credit assessment reports, applying risk models, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and contributing to enhanced credit assessment standards and risk management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CBCA (Certified Banking & Credit Analyst) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of credit analysis, financial analysis, and risk assessment principles.
• Experience in reviewing and interpreting financial statements and business performance metrics.
• Knowledge of financing practices, lending principles, and credit risk management.
• Strong report writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit assessments and evaluate the creditworthiness of SME financing applicants.
• Analyze financial statements, cash flow projections, business plans, and supporting documentation.
• Assess financing risks associated with new businesses, expansion projects, and financing proposals.
• Prepare comprehensive credit assessment reports and provide recommendations to support decision-making.
• Apply approved credit evaluation methodologies, frameworks, and risk assessment models.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all credit assessments and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive and effective evaluation process.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of credit assessment standards, methodologies, and risk management practices.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving financing quality and minimizing credit-related risks.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the direct manager.

Skills

Credit Analysis

Financial Analysis

Risk Assessment

Report Writing

SME Financing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Job description

Khalifa Fund | صندوق خليفة is seeking a detail-oriented Credit Assessment Specialist to evaluate SME financing applications, assess creditworthiness, analyze financial information, and ensure compliance with approved policies and regulatory requirements.

The role involves preparing credit assessment reports, applying risk models, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and contributing to enhanced credit assessment standards and risk management practices.