Credit Risk Analyst
Analyzes credit data and financial statements of individuals and / or firms to determine the degree of risk involved by performing the following duties for the preparation of the allowance for credit loss calculation and preparation of forward looking stress tests. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following :
- Identifies and analyzes areas of potential risk to the assets, earning capacity, or success of organization.
- Gathers risk-related data from internal or external resources in order to analyze credit data and financial statements to determine the degree of risk involved.
- Analyzes appraisals and performs credit analysis for portfolio stress testing while relying on experience and judgment.
- Portfolio stress testing (including all Commercial Real Estate (CRE) loans, together with construction, multifamily and commercial real estate for investment purposes; and C & I and consumer loans) is used to develop contingency planning.
- Reviews individually evaluated loans and qualitative factors for collectively evaluated loans in preparation of the Allowance for Credit Loss Calculation.
- Manages special projects as assigned by Credit Risk Manager requiring a certain degree of creativity and latitude.
- Provides additional assistance as needed by Credit Risk Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities : This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
Analytical and DesignProblem SolvingProject ManagementInterpersonal Skills / Customer ServiceOral and Written CommunicationTeamworkBusiness AcumenOrganizational SupportJudgmentPlanning / OrganizingProfessionalismQuality and QuantityAdaptability and InitiativeAttendance / Punctuality and DependabilityQualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required :
Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university, with Finance or Accounting degree required. Also minimum of ten years related experience required with background as either experienced loan auditor or bank examiner preferred.Knowledge of Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL) accounting and methodology required.Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.Mathematical Skills : To successfully perform this job, it requires the ability to calculate financial ratios including those ratios that measure liquidity, activity, leverage, coverage and profitability. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Reasoning Ability : Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Computer Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the Internet, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to use basic office machines such as 10-key adding machine, computer keyboard, telephone, fax machine and copy machine.Bank Culture / Customer Service Skills : Ability and judgment to interact and communicate appropriately with other employees, customers and supervisor. Ability to serve customers, both internal and external, (community / public) in a manner that will reflect superior customer relations and enhance the overall marketing effort of Origin Bank.Compliance Requirements : Responsible for compliance under the requirements of the BSA, AML, OFAC and CIP related policies as well as adherence to the bank's procedures to fulfill the requirements of the regulations. Must report any unusual or suspicious activity involving customers or fellow employees to the BSA Department.Other Skills and Abilities : Ability to read and comprehend commercial and residential appraisals. Remains current with changes in USPAP, FIRREA, and CTB Lending Policy at all times.Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Origin Bank shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the Bank's changing needs.