Credit Analyst jobs in Nebraska

Description/Job Summary

Analyze and prepare credit requests for review by originating lender and/or appropriate loan committee via bank's loan processing software; ensure adequacy of bank's collateral position via review and audit of reports prepared by lenders and borrowers.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Prepares complete and concise financial analyses by obtaining necessary information from the lender. Financial analyses will focus on financial trends and repayment capacity of obligors. These duties include but are not limited to analysis & interpretation of financial statements, evaluation of the financial condition of the borrower relative to the industry, economy, collateral, capacity, trends, and performance of the borrower.
• Attends loan committee meetings, as necessary, to assist in the presentation and clarification of credit requests.
• Conducts credit inquiries requested by loan officers and any additional inquiries deemed necessary for thorough analysis. May order and review loan documents for a closing.
• Assists with loan file inquiries as necessary.
• Some analyst positions ensure adequacy of bank's collateral position by monitoring construction draw requests/inspections, borrowing base certificates/inspections, and livestock inspections. Audit of specific collateral reports may be required to ensure accuracy.
• May participates in asset reviews as requested, including real estate inspections and any other on-site inspections deemed necessary.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of credit information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Preferred Skills

Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills

Skill in communicating effectively with management, customers, and co-workers.

Ability to pay close attention to detail and work with a high degree of accuracy.

Ability to create an organized efficient work environment without supervision.

Ability to work under pressure of deadlines.

Must be self motivated and able to work independently essential as well as working within a team setting in a fast changing environment.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of bank operations, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of loan processes and basic accounting.

Knowledge of loan analysis software and Suntell software

Required Education

High School diploma and 1 year experience in banking.

Preferred Education

Details

We offer fair and competitive compensation as well as bonus based on an employee's years of service and possible discretionary merit bonuses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in the Bank incentive programs based on charter/branch guidelines. Other benefits include:

• 8 paid holidays
• 17 PTO days each year for the first five years of employment. Employees must also complete the 90-day introductory period prior to accruing PTO.
• New employees will receive 12 hours of paid sick time upon their hire date
• After five years, 22 PTO days each year
• Health, dental, prescription drug card, vision, and voluntary life insurance plans
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Flexible medical and dependent care spending plans
• Parental Leave after one year of full time employment
• 401K plan after 3 months and start of next quarter with employer contributions and profit sharing
• Free checking account and basic printed checks
• Free safe deposit box
• $15,000 group term life insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance