Credit Analyst I – CREDI002910 / Tupelo, MS Position Available In Lee, Mississippi

This Position is for a Credit Analyst I with a work location in Tupelo, MS.DescriptionPrimary duty is to analyze and underwrite credit decisions submitted by various lines of business within the bank.

Performs basic research and financial/statistical analysis to determine and document the creditworthiness of such requests. Compiles analysis, borrower, industry and other information into documents for review and approval.

Obtains and analyzes pertinent financial and credit data to assist in determining the risk of the loan request(s).Completes financial and repayment analysis with a focus on cash flow, liquidity and leverage analysis.

Assesses strengths and weaknesses of loan requests.

Ensures the following standard operating procedures are met when preparing analysis, reports, and presentations for management review: accurate historical financial statements; prudently prepared projections; and represents a clear focus on the merits, risks, and mitigation accordingly.

Thoroughly documents the credit request in the appropriate format.

Conducts research to determine the quality, character, and soundness to include but is not limited to: the analysis of basic statistical data & financial statements, sensitivity analysis, industry analysis, management assessment, guarantor analysis, etc.

Assist senior team members and commercial bankers to screen loan packages and collect materials. Will need to interact with other departments within the bank such as Treasury Mgmt, Wealth Mgmt, Trust, etc. May also interact with customers and accountants.

Strives to minimize turnaround time while thoroughly documenting credit requests.

Participate in training courses as requested

Required Skills:

3.0 or higher GPAMinimum of 9 hours of accountingStrong technical and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated leadership through extracurricular activities and internship/work experienceStrong oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of credit risk analysis and underwriting principles, methods, and practices.

Basic proficiency using Microsoft Office applications to include Word and Excel, as well as other database application systems

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline required.

QualificationsEducationBachelors (required)Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal nondiscrimination laws.