Credit Analyst/Underwriter

gpac; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community bank is seeking an Entry-Level Credit Analyst / Underwriter for their SBA Lending team. This role supports small businesses in securing loans while ensuring compliance with SBA guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a finance or accounting background and skills in financial analysis and risk management. The position offers competitive salary and a full benefits package, contributing directly to the success of small businesses.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance incentives

Full benefits package including health and 401(k)

Paid time off and bank holidays

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of credit analysis experience in commercial or SBA lending.
• Strong working knowledge of SBA lending programs.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis on SBA loan applications.
• Prepare credit memoranda outlining creditworthiness and risks.
• Collaborate with SBA underwriters and ensure compliance.

Skills

Financial statement analysis

Cash flow modeling

Risk rating

Communication

Analytical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

SBA E-Tran

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

CREDIT ANALYST - UNDERWRITER SBA

Job Title: Credit Analyst / Underwriter - SBA Lending

Department: SBA Lending / Credit Department Location: Remote Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: SBA Lending Manager / Chief Credit Officer

Position Summary

A local Community bank is seeking a dedicated and analytical Credit Analyst / Underwriter for their SBA Lending team to support the evaluation, underwriting, and portfolio management of SBA loan requests. This position plays a key role in helping small businesses access capital while maintaining credit quality in alignment with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) guidelines and internal lending policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial statement analysis, SBA SOP 50 10, and small business credit structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis on SBA 7(a), Express, and 504 loan applications, including historical and projected cash flow.
• Spread financial statements and tax returns for borrowers and guarantors to assess global cash flow and repayment ability.
• Prepare clear and concise credit memoranda outlining creditworthiness, loan structure, risks, and SBA eligibility.
• Analyze business models, industry trends, and management capacity to assess borrower viability and risk profile.
• Collaborate with SBA underwriters, closers, and relationship managers to ensure loan requests are properly structured and compliant.
• Ensure credit recommendations meet current SBA SOP 50 10 requirements and bank credit policy.
• Assist in post-close reviews, annual renewals, and ongoing portfolio monitoring for SBA borrowers.
  
  

Loan Types Analyzed

• SBA 7(a) term loans
• SBA Express lines of credit
• SBA 504 loans in partnership with CDCs
• Franchise, business acquisition, partner buyout, and equipment financing deals
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of credit analysis experience in commercial or SBA lending.
• Strong working knowledge of SBA lending programs and eligibility criteria.
• Proficiency in financial statement analysis, cash flow modeling, and risk rating.
• Experience using SBA E-Tran and familiarity with SBA loan documentation preferred.
• Excellent analytical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal bank credit training or SBA lending certification
• Experience in working with SBA 504 loan structures and CDCs
• Familiarity with loan origination systems and documentation workflows
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• Paid time off and bank holidays
• Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to help small businesses grow and succeed through SBA programs
  
  

Please send your CONFIDENTAL resumes to [e-mail]

Only qualified candidates will be reviewed and contacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Banking

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