Credit Analyst l

Cathay Bank; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cathay Bank in El Monte, CA, is seeking a financial analyst to perform analysis of financial statements and tax documents using nCino to assist Account Officers in credit extensions.

The role requires evaluating cash flows, covenant compliance, and coordinating with lending units; strong analytical skills, and MS Office proficiency are essential. This full-time position offers a benefits package and opportunities for growth within the bank.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field, or 2 years’ related experience.
• 1 year (prefer two) of experience in analyzing financial statements and cash flow.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, credit policy and financial statement analysis; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manages ticklers and covenants and monitors receipt of financial documents for existing credits using nCino.
• Prepares and analyzes financial spreads using nCino for borrowers, owners, guarantors and tax returns.
• Prepares individual and global cash flows for credit analysis.
• Calculates covenant compliance based on Borrower’s Loan Agreement.
• Forwards completed spreads to lending unit and notifies of covenant violations.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on lending policies and regulations.
• Completes quality spreads with supervision.

Skills

Financial analysis

Credit policy

Accounting

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

People Drive Our Success

Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and success. We believe people are our most valuable asset and we proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve your professional goals. We have thrived for 60 years and persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’ drive and optimism. Together we can make a difference in the financial future of our communities.

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Perform the analysis of financial statements and tax returns using nCino for Account Officers to use in their recommendations for new and renewal extensions of credit. Calculate various financial ratios to assist in the ongoing monitoring of borrower compliance to financial covenants per loan agreements and the submission of financial documents.

DIRECT REPORTS

The incumbent has no direct reports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages ticklers and covenants and monitors receipt of financial documents pertaining to the existing credits using nCino. This may include financial statements for borrowers, owners and/or guarantors, tax returns, financial spreads, collateral information, covenants, borrowing base, credit reports, and projections.
• Prepares and analyzes financial spreads using nCino for private and public companies, prospect, individual and corporate tax returns according to the standard classification and guidelines established by the Bank.
• Prepares individual and global cash flows.
• Calculates covenant compliance based on Borrower’s Loan Agreement (BLA).
• Forwards completed spreads to lending unit. Identifies and notifies lending unit of covenant violations and escalates Credit Administrators as required.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on all Bank lending policies and regulations.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge in financial spreads and basic GCF process.
• Completes quality spreads with supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: College degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred, or 2 years related experience in credit or financial analysis.
• Experience: Minimum one year (prefers two) of working experience in analyzing financial statements, cash flow analysis, familiarity with various industries, collateral issues and values, and analysis of guarantor personal financial statements and tax returns.
• Skills/Ability: Good working knowledge of accounting, credit policy and financial statement analysis. Good organizational and analytical skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work successfully both independently and as a team player. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Pay Range: $43,000 - $45,000

Learn more about us at cathaybank.com

Cathay Bank offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).

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