Credit Analyst - SBA PMG

300 U.S. Bank National Association; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) and employer-funded retirement

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

U.S. Bank is seeking a Credit Analyst in the Los Angeles area to approve or deny extensions of credit after thorough analysis of customer information and portfolios. The role emphasizes underwriting, risk assessment, and recommendations using financial data and software tools.

The ideal candidate will typically hold a bachelor’s degree with five or more years of relevant experience and prefer SBA 7(a)/504 knowledge, SOP familiarity, and strong communication skills to convey findings clearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Typically five or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience with SBA loan programs (7(a) and 504) preferred.
• Knowledge of SBA SOP 50 10, SOP 50 55, and SOP 50 57 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Approve or deny the extension of credit after a complete credit analysis.
• Review customer accounts and portfolios to identify, evaluate, and determine the appropriate action to maximize credit quality and minimize risk.
• Use computer software and tools to assist the credit analysis process and support recommendations.

Skills

Credit analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial knowledge

SBA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at all from Day One.

Job Description

Responsible for approving the extension of credit and/or making recommendations to the person(s) making the final lending decisions on new, renewal, and extension loans to approve or deny the extension of credit. Prior to making the credit decision or advising the person(s) making the final credit decision, the Credit Analyst conducts a complete credit analysis, including gathering, analyzing, and interpreting all types of credit information on existing and prospective customers. Reviews customer accounts and portfolios to identify, evaluate, and determine the appropriate course of action on potential credit quality issues in order to maximize credit quality and minimize risk and potential loss to the company. May use technological tools, including computer software, to assist in the credit analysis process by helping evaluate a particular credit or portfolio. The Credit Analyst will use such tools to compare and evaluate possible courses of action and will make recommendations and/or decisions after various possibilities are considered.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
• Typically five or more years of relevant experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs, including underwriting, portfolio monitoring, servicing, and annual review processes
• Familiarity with SBA SOP 50 10, SOP 50 55, and SOP 50 57 requirements
• Strong credit analysis and analytical skills
• In-depth knowledge of credit analysis, credit administration, credit policy and procedures, and risk analysis
• Background in economics, accounting, and/or finance
• Effective technical report writing skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages
• Master’s degree or CPA certification preferred

Location expectations

This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week. If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

Additional Information

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $98,345.00 - $115,700.00 U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures. Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what you excel at all from Day One.