Credit Analyst I/II - Global Corporate and Investment Banking - Power & Utilities

94-1687665 Bank of America, National Association; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a GCIB Credit Analyst within the Power & Utilities group to analyze client creditworthiness, review financial statements, and support underwriting for new and renewing lending opportunities. The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and solid understanding of credit risk and financial covenants.

You will prepare credit memorandums, assist in negotiations, and ensure compliance with bank policies while collaborating with internal stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Commercial and/or corporate banking credit underwriting experience.
• Understanding of foundational finance and accounting concepts.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of formulas and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing corporate financial statements, interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Experience producing analytical written summaries.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes client's financial performance by comparing it to past performance, projections, and industry standards.
• Reviews financial statements, assesses the client's compliance with financial covenants, and renews risk ratings, while recommending changes as warranted.
• Assists in the underwriting, credit risk analysis, negotiation, and closing of new transactions or existing transactions, while adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.
• Evaluates transaction and relationship risk-adjusted profitability to facilitate the allocation of capital.
• Builds projection models for the client (as needed) based on historical performance, industry forecasts, and other due diligence findings.
• Developing financial statement forecasts and enterprise valuations.
• Discussing the merits of financing transactions from a credit risk and relationship perspective.
• Reviewing legal documentation related to loans and derivatives.
• Writing credit memorandums to summarize your analysis and conclusions.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Financial Analysis

Financial Forecasting and Modeling

Profitability Analysis

Research Analysis

Attention to Detail

Business Acumen

Credit and Risk Assessment

Underwriting

Written Communications

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Portfolio Analysis

Prioritization

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or economics

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description: This job is responsible for analyzing and interpreting a client's credit worthiness, evaluating credit risks, and writing credit approval memos for annual renewals and new lending opportunities. Key responsibilities include analyzing qualitative and quantitative data such as client's financials, projections, industry data, covenant compliance, and collateral appraisals to ensure compliance with the bank's risk appetite. Job expectations include completing regular monitoring and underwriting tasks and supporting key internal stakeholders to achieve successful execution of new transactions. This role will be filled as a GCIB Credit Analyst within our Power & Utilities group.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes client's financial performance by comparing it to past performance, projections, and industry standards.
• Reviews financial statements, assesses the client's compliance with financial covenants, and renews risk ratings, while recommending changes as warranted.
• Assists in the underwriting, credit risk analysis, negotiation, and closing of new transactions or existing transactions, while adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.
• Evaluates transaction and relationship risk-adjusted profitability to facilitate the allocation of capital.
• Builds projection models for the client (as needed) based on historical performance, industry forecasts, and other due diligence findings.
• Developing financial statement forecasts and enterprise valuations.
• Discussing the merits of financing transactions from a credit risk and relationship perspective.
• Reviewing legal documentation related to loans and derivatives.
• Writing credit memorandums to summarize your analysis and conclusions.

Required Qualifications

• Commercial and/or corporate banking credit underwriting-related experience, preferably within a bank or large financial institution.
• Understanding of foundational finance and accounting concepts.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of formulas and data analysis tools.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing corporate financial statements, interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Experience producing analytical written summaries.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in finance, accounting or economics.

Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Forecasting and Modeling
• Profitability Analysis
• Research Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Business Acumen
• Credit and Risk Assessment
• Underwriting
• Written Communications
• Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Portfolio Analysis
• Prioritization
• Technical Documentation

Minimum Education Requirement

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

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