Credit Analyst - Springfield, MA

Berkshire Bank; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Bank in Springfield, MA is seeking a commercial credit underwriter to analyze and underwrite credit requests for prospects and customers and to monitor loans within the portfolio under the supervision of lending officers.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, at least two years of commercial credit experience, excellent written and oral communication, and proficiency with Excel, Word and Access. Be prepared to collaborate with Relationship Managers and ensure policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 2 years of commercial credit experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with credit policy and underwriting standards.
• Proficiency with PC applications and banking software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite credit requests for prospects and customers.
• Monitor and maintain loans within the portfolio under supervision.
• Discuss deal structure, cash flow, collateral, and customer character with Relationship Managers.
• Collaborate with lenders, participate in annual reviews, and track portfolio risks.
• Ensure compliance with bank policy and underwriting standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excel

Word

Access

Credit policy knowledge

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Division: Commercial
Department: Portf & Credit Admin
Reports to: Head of Portfolio & Credit Administration
Status: Exempt
Grade: 9E
Pay Range: $52,000-$90,498
Actual compensation within the pay range will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.
Location: Springfield, MA - 19 Harrison Ave or Glastonbury, CT - 7 Sycamore St

Purpose/Objective

To analyze and underwrite credit requests for Bank prospects and customers and to maintain and monitor loans within the portfolio under the supervision of lending officers.

Key Accountabilities

• Analyze and underwrite credit requests in a timely fashion by using some or all of the following resources: applications, spreads, financial statements, tax returns, credit bureaus, meetings with customers/prospects, appraisals, web research and other resources as necessary.
• Determine if request is in compliance with Bank policy and note any exceptions.
• Discuss deal structure, cash flow, collateral, and customer character with Relationship Managers (RM).
• Accompany RM on customer calls and interact with customers in person and over the phone as directed by lender.
• Interact with financial professionals including CPA's, CFO's, etc. as needed to assist in the underwriting of credit memos.
• Present written analysis and observe presentations by lenders.
• Conducts market surveys through contact with brokers, online research, etc.
• Manage existing portfolio of customers by tracking and preparing annual reviews of relationship obligations.
• Maintain tracking database with updated information as needed.
• Identify potential problem loans and deficiencies.
• Assist customers when needed with questions regarding loans and retail products.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Experience

• Minimum of (2) two years of commercial credit experience

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of PC applications, including Excel, Word and Access
• Be well versed in the Bank's credit policy and underwriting standards
• Be familiar with and fulfill compliance requirements

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