Credit Analyst
Minerva, OH
Description
As a community-focused financial institution, we believe strong credit decisions are built through collaboration. This hybrid Credit Analyst role is part of our Minerva, Ohio based team and includes both remote work and consistent in-office engagement. The position supports credit underwriting and portfolio management while working closely with local lenders and leadership to serve our markets responsibly.
The Credit Analyst, reporting to the Credit Department Manager, is responsible for performing financial and credit analysis of commercial loan requests and existing loan relationships. This role supports sound credit decision-making by evaluating borrower financial strength, repayment capacity, collateral adequacy, and overall credit risk in accordance with bank policy and regulatory requirements.
The Credit Analyst works closely with lenders, Credit Administration, Loan Review, and senior management to recommend appropriate loan structures that balance customer needs with prudent risk management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Analyze proposed and existing commercial loan relationships, including complex borrowing structures, as assigned by senior management
Review and evaluate financial statements, tax returns, cash flow analysis, and global debt service to assess borrower creditworthiness and repayment ability
Determine whether sufficient and accurate financial information has been provided to support informed credit decisions
Assess the borrower’s ability to repay all commercial and personal obligations, including contingent liabilities
Evaluate proposed and existing collateral to determine adequacy of security and overall risk mitigation
Prepare clear, well-documented credit analyses and written recommendations for loan approvals and renewals
Recommend appropriate loan structure, terms, covenants, and conditions based on financial and collateral analysis
Ensure credit recommendations comply with bank credit policy, regulatory guidelines, and internal risk standards, or clearly identify exceptions for approval
Assign and recommend appropriate credit risk ratings in collaboration with Originating Lenders and Loan Review
Communicate effectively with Originating Lenders, Loan Review, and the Chief Credit Officer regarding credit concerns, risk factors, and policy exceptions
Support ongoing portfolio management and credit quality monitoring by identifying trends, risks, and emerging issues within assigned credits
Requirements
· Business related degree or equivalent/significant loan and/or audit experience preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in commercial credit analysis, underwriting, or credit risk within the banking industry
· SBA or Ag experience a plus
· Demonstrated experience with business and technical analysis
· Intermediate knowledge of Sageworks (or similar software) and Microsoft Office Suite including, Outlook, Word and Excel
· Able to exercise appropriate independent judgment and act on it.
· Proven analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
· Effective written and verbal communication skill.
· Able to work logically and efficiently, with strong attention to detail
· Proven ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure
· Established customer service skills
· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
· Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record