Description First Merchants is seeking a Sr Commercial Loan Reporting & Controls Analyst to join our team! This position will support Commercial Business Operations by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reconciliation of loan related financial data across systems and the general ledger. Provide analysis and support to obtain optimal business value, focusing on SBA and commercial loan portfolios, including 1502 reporting, impaired loan servicing, and GL interface validation. Identify process improvement opportunities through analysis and collaboration to achieve effective and efficient operations.

As part of this role you will:

Perform General Ledger (GL) and Demand Deposit Account (DDA) reconciliations for loan portfolios, identifying, researching, and resolving discrepancies.

Validate loan system interfaces to the General Ledger (GL), ensuring the accurate recording of principal, interest, fees, and charge-offs.

Perform servicing activities for impaired loans, including non-accrual loans, charge-offs, recoveries, and related account maintenance.

Prepare, review, and reconcile Small Business Administration (SBA) Form 1502 reporting and support the full SBA loan servicing lifecycle.

Develop, maintain, and enhance reconciliation controls, exception reporting, and monitoring processes to ensure data integrity and operational accuracy.

Support internal and external audits, compliance monitoring activities, and process documentation efforts.

Partner with Operations, Finance, Credit, and Information Technology (IT) teams to investigate discrepancies, resolve issues, and improve processes.

Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies through the effective use of technology and automation.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field OR Associate Degree/ Two years of College + Two (2) years of related work/military experience OR four (4) years of related work/military experienceA minimum of three (3) years in loan servicing, accounting, finance or related fieldThe following would be a plus:

Experience with

SBA 1502

reporting, loan accounting, and reconciliations.

Experience with impaired loans, charge-offs, and recoveries.

Strong Excel and core banking system experience.

First Merchants offers the following:

Base Pay PLUS BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance401kHealth Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsVacation/Sick TimePaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementAdditional BenefitsA little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."Apply today to begin your career with us! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. First Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participant (M/F/D/V).