Cathay Bank · 3 months ago
Credit Analysis Officer
Cathay Bank is a financial institution that values its team members and promotes a caring culture. The Credit Analysis Officer will participate in the loan management process, providing financial analytical skills and credit knowledge to support Relationship Managers in analyzing loan transactions and borrower credit worthiness.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Prepare financial statement and global cash flow spreads for existing and new clients, evaluates cash flow that supports proposed credit structure analyzes industry data, competitive factors, historical performance, projected results, risks, and mitigating factors
At the direction of the Team Manager and/or in concert with the Relationship Manager, contact borrowers directly, as appropriate, for additional information and details related to loan requests or clarification of financial materials and resources
Prepare credit write-ups that include in depth financial analysis, an understanding of key ratios, trends and financial covenants
Review and evaluate collateral periodically to minimize credit risk
Maintain up-to-date knowledge on all Bank lending policies and regulations
Confer with the appropriate Bank personnel regarding new/existing lending requirements and regulations
Review risk grading as appropriate to credit analysis to identify potential credit issues
Escalate potential credit issues to Team Manager, Division Manager and Relationship Manager
Qualification
Required
College degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related field required
Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in analyzing and underwriting varying levels of commercial credit (C&I or CRE transactions), which includes analyzing financial statements, cash flow analysis, familiarity with various industries, collateral issues and values, loan structuring and analysis of guarantor personal financial statements and tax returns
Working knowledge of credit, accounting, credit procedures and financial statement analysis
Good knowledge of commercial credit policies and procedures
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Good verbal and written communication skills to present clear and precise recommendations based upon analysis of a loan structure and request
Ability to work independently, in a team, and interact effectively with Bank team members and outside contacts
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and financial spreading program, nCino (or CASH)
Preferred
MBA a plus
Some level of accounting coursework is required
Benefits
Coverage for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Health saving account (HSA) with company contributions
Voluntary coverages
401(k)
Company
Cathay Bank
Cathay Bank is a financial services company originally founded to support Los Angeles’ growing Chinese American community. It is a sub-organization of Cathay General Bancorp.
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