Senior Credit Analyst- Equipment Finance

M&T Bank; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Credit Risk Analyst to evaluate and determine credit risks for equipment finance loans. In this pivotal role, you will conduct detailed financial analyses, assess collateral valuations, and prepare risk ratings based on your findings. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to critical lending decisions while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you possess strong analytical and communication skills and are passionate about finance, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years relevant work experience or 6 years combined education/work experience.
• Proficiency with personal computers and pertinent software programs.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze credit and financial information for equipment finance loans.
• Prepare summaries and present opinions on customer creditworthiness.

Skills

Credit Risk Analysis

Financial Statement Analysis

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

6 Years Combined Education/Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial Software

Job description

Overview:

Evaluates and determines the credit risks of lower dollar amount MTEFC (M&T Equipment Finance Corporation) loan and lease customers through detailed financial statement analysis, industry assessment, collateral valuation, cash flow analysis, and ability to repay annual debt service.

Primary Responsibilities:

Review and analyze all pertinent credit and financial information for MTEFC customers seeking equipment finance loans and leases. Make decisions on loan and lease requests within assigned authority.

Determine the need for more thorough investigation or additional information from Sales or the customer.

Based on analyses, prepare summary, present facts, and offer opinions concerning creditworthiness of the customer following prescribed procedures. Assign an overall risk rating to the credit request.

Assist in monitoring compliance to credit policy; comment on risks associated with non-compliance and inform management.

Develop credit analyses for use by lenders in making lending decisions on new credit approvals and renewals.

Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.

Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.

Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.

Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities: Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

Not Applicable

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 6 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience

Proficiency with personal computers as well as pertinent software programs

Education and Experience Preferred:

Proven verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Physical Requirements: M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $33.96 - $56.60 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Irvine, California, United States of America