Credit Product Officer - Credit Products

WesBanco; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to support its credit and commercial lending functions. In this role, you will actively participate in underwriting commercial requests and conducting annual portfolio reviews. Your expertise in financial analysis and communication will set you apart as you collaborate with a talented team to achieve departmental goals. This position offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of banking regulations and lending standards while contributing to a dynamic environment that values detail-oriented and self-motivated individuals. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a highly regulated industry, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• Two years of experience in commercial credit underwriting or analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support credit and commercial lending functions by underwriting commercial requests.
• Interpret financial statements and perform cash flow analysis.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Mathematical Concepts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business-related Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

SUMMARY:

Support the Bank's credit and commercial lending functions by actively underwriting commercial requests, modifications, and conducting line of credit and annual portfolio reviews while working with a team of lending and administrative staff to achieve the goals established for the department and the Bank.

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS:

Willingness to provide a level of service which will clearly differentiate us from our competitors.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic and attitude.

Possess clear, concise, effective written and oral communication skills to effectively express thoughts, ideas and concepts to bank employees and bank customers.

Capable of handling research and special projects, including coordinating with other departments.

Detail-oriented and self-motivated to complete required tasks in an efficient and timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Interprets financial statements, perform cash flow and personal financial statement analysis.
2. Completes credit underwriting for annual relationship reviews, line of credit renewals and loan modifications with minimal assistance.
3. Performs testing of commercial loan covenants.
4. Develops initial underwriting and assess credit worthiness and financial strength of a commercial loan applicant with minimal assistance.
5. Develops knowledge of lending standards, banking laws and regulations, and bank credit policies and procedures.
6. Determines the need for additional information, and work with the Banker to obtain information necessary to formulate a credit decision.
7. Presents facts concerning the credit worthiness of commercial loan applicants, loan structure, and other relevant matters to management.
8. Assists with data gathering and review for various portfolio management projects where necessary.
9. Performs other duties as may be assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Banking is a highly regulated industry and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the bank’s policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other computer software.

Proficiency in Excel preferred.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as net present value and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Ability to write presentations that conform to prescribed style and format.

Ability to effectively present information to top management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field required (Accounting or Finance preferred).

At least two years of increasing responsibilities performing commercial credit underwriting and analysis, or commensurate accounting or finance experience required.

Understanding of commercial loan structures and underwriting required.

Experience with commercial real estate and commercial and industrial loans required.

Formal Credit Training with proven analytical analysis preferred.