Associate Underwriter - Commercial Auto

Ally; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Away

401K retirement plan

Health insurance

Parental leave

Equity

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ally Financial is seeking an Associate Underwriter - Commercial Credit to perform financial analysis and due diligence for credit extensions to automotive dealerships.

You will review cash flows, validate financial records, and use our risk models to recommend credit decisions while delivering high levels of customer service to dealership personnel.

Join a team that values growth, compliance, and collaboration across commercial lending teams.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent training.
• One year of commercial credit underwriting or equivalent commercial lending experience.
• Understanding of dealership and wholesale administration a plus.
• Strong financial analysis and analytic/problem solving skills.
• Proficient in intermediate MS applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Conducts financial analysis on dealership financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Prepares formal proposals summarizing analysis and credit recommendations.
• Reviews UCC filings, insurance, licensing to ensure compliance.
• Interfaces with dealership personnel to obtain required information.
• Updates records and risk modeling systems with underwriting data.
• Executes related responsibilities and projects as assigned.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and training.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Ally and Your Career

Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Ally and Your Career

Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Work Schedule:

Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role’s specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

The Associate Underwriter - Commercial Credit will be responsible for completing the financial analysis and related due diligence for extensions of inventory credit lines and other commercial loans (real estate, working capital, lines of credit) to current and prospective automotive dealership customers. The position requires the ability to perform in-depth analysis (including cash flow and liquidity analysis, validation of financial records, credit investigations), use a proprietary risk modeling system, and make recommendations regarding the creditworthiness of the credit extension that mitigates risk and complies with corporate and regulatory policies and procedures. In addition, the Underwriter must provide a high level of customer service and will regularly communicate with key internal and dealership personnel.

The Work Itself

• Conducts financial analysis on automotive dealership financial statements and supporting documentation, including data obtained from both internal and external sources.
• Prepares timely, formalized proposals summarizing the analysis, identifying any credit concerns and include recommendations for the credit extension.
• Completes reviews of UCC filings, insurance, licensing and other related items to document company compliance and ensure that guidelines are met.
• Interfaces and communicates with automotive dealership personnel and stakeholders to obtain all required information.
• Updates company records, reports, and risk modeling systems with information gathered during the underwriting review process.
• Executes other related responsibilities and projects as assigned.
• Participates in and supports ongoing professional development and training initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and external regulations.

The Qualifications We’re Looking For

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent training.
• One year of commercial credit underwriting or equivalent commercial lending experience preferred.
• Understanding of dealership and wholesale administration a plus.
• Strong financial analysis and analytic/problem solving skills required.
• Proficient in intermediate MS applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

Minimum Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience
• High school Diploma or GED equivalent

How We’ll Have Your Back

Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers program and other employee discount programs.Other compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity. To view more detailed information about Ally’s Total Rewards, please visit this link: https://www.ally.com/content/dam/pdf/corporate/ally-total-rewards-snapshot.pdf

Who We Are

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email [e-mail] with details of your accommodation request.

Base Pay Range

An individual's position in the range is determined by the specific role, the scope and responsibilities of the role, work experience, education, certification(s), training, and additional qualifications. We review internal pay, the competitive market, and business environment prior to extending an offer.

Incentive Compensation

This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.