Mechanics Bank is currently searching for a Associate Commercial Loan Analyst to join our team. Here at Mechanics Bank, we value connection, partnership, long term relationships and working together in person. This role will be working on-site at our Irvine office. Responsible for underwriting and risk analysis of credit requests and/or pre-screens within assigned business line that includes the preparation of credit applications to be submitted to Credit Approvers. Performs independent, objecti...
Mechanics Bank is currently searching for a Associate Commercial Loan Analyst to join our team. Here at Mechanics Bank, we value connection, partnership, long term relationships and working together in person. This role will be working on-site at our Irvine office.
Responsible for underwriting and risk analysis of credit requests and/or pre-screens within assigned business line that includes the preparation of credit applications to be submitted to Credit Approvers. Performs independent, objective, and detailed financial and collateral analysis, which includes incorporating spreads, cash flow, value of related collateral, appraisals, audits, and a compilation other data as it relates to preparation of credit packages or pre-screens. In collaboration with relationship manager, responsible for structuring transactions, developing credit recommendations, and loan portfolio monitoring including covenant compliance. Independently classifies loan performance and recommends risk rating. Performs loan reviews as required on all credit relationships. Notes significant trends and recommends policy changes if necessary. Collaborates with stakeholders on credit related matters to ensure expeditious processing and improve client experience.
What you will be doing:
Conducts detailed, independent financial and collateral analysis on credit requests. Evaluates business plans, projections, operating records, and financial statements. Evaluates all types of collateral in relation to feasibility of transaction, market/industry conditions and loan structure. Supports conclusions based on factual data. Effectively communicates information and analytical results to stakeholders.
In collaboration with the relationship manager identify risks/mitigates of loan structure and participates in discussions with credit risk as required. Identifies risks associated with each loan and mitigations to risks. Generates and recommends risk ratings.
Performs industry research in various market areas to support transaction. Interprets and applies Bank policies, governmental regulations, and accounting theory.
Responsible for credit agreement compliance monitoring. Performs loan reviews, assesses credit risks, and generates and recommends appropriate risk ratings. Prepares credit applications of moderate complexity.
On rare occasions, participates on client calls and/or client relationships with relationship managers as assigned.
Who you are:
4 year degree highly preferred (Bachelor's Degree)
0-3 years of experience
Formal accounting training, either through on the job experience, college courses, or other professional training programs taken.
Additional course work in general lending best practices involving C&I and CRE highly desirable
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Salary: $66,560-75,000 annually
Final compensation package will be determined by the work experience, education, and/or skill level of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with geographic market data.
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