New Orleans Credit Analyst II: Elevate Lending & Risk

M C Bank and Trust Co.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

M C Bank and Trust Co. in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Credit Analyst II to support lending decisions and manage portfolio risk across commercial and consumer relationships.

You will analyze financial statements, review loan documentation, and input data into analysis systems while ensuring compliance with bank policy and regulatory requirements. This role requires 3–5 years in banking, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or similar field (preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in banking.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Premier and Viewpoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented, accurate, well organized and able to shift resources and priorities as needed.
• Demonstrate discretion in all confidential matters.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and manage work independently.
• Strong understanding of banking compliance expectations or ability to quickly build knowledge through training.

Responsibilities

• Review loan applications and supporting documentation to help ensure complete, accurate packages for credit decisioning.
• Analyze commercial, real estate, private banking, and consumer financial information to assess credit quality and identify risk.
• Enter financial statements, tax returns, and application data into loan origination and analysis systems with a high degree of accuracy.
• Review credit memos for accuracy and recommend updates or changes when needed.
• Prepare clear, timely, and well-supported credit recommendations with limited supervision.
• Apply risk rating tools appropriately and identify exceptions related to policy, procedure, or regulatory requirements.
• Partner with lenders and relationship managers to provide responsive support, insight, and efficient turnaround times.
• Route loan requests to the appropriate credit officer and help maintain service level expectations.
• Coordinate appraisal requests, prepare engagement letters, track progress, and review completed appraisals for quality and compliance.
• Support compliance with all applicable bank policies and federal and state regulations.
• Report policy issues and recommend corrective action or tracking as needed.
• Complete required training and maintain a working knowledge of current policies, procedures, and regulatory updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Discretion

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or similar field

Tools

Word

Excel

Premier

Viewpoint

Job description

M C Bank and Trust Co. in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Credit Analyst II to support lending decisions and manage portfolio risk across commercial and consumer relationships.

You will analyze financial statements, review loan documentation, and input data into analysis systems while ensuring compliance with bank policy and regulatory requirements. This role requires 3–5 years in banking, strong communication, and meticulous attention to detail.