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Description: Credit AnalystDescriptionTrustBank is seeking a highly motivated Credit Analyst to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of credit analysis principles, a high level of attention to detail, and a solid track record of providing sound recommendations. Job Description Job Title: Credit Analyst Department: Credit Reports To: Credit Department OfficerFLSA Status: Exempt Type of Position: Full-Time Job Summary The Credit Analyst is responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of applicants across a variety of loan types, including commercial, real estate, agricultural, and consumer. This role leverages financial analysis, banking technology, and data-driven insights to evaluate risk and support sound lending decisions. Responsibilities include analyzing financial statements, tax returns, cash flow, and collateral to identify repayment capacity, financial trends, and emerging risks. The Credit Analyst prepares detailed credit presentations that clearly communicate strengths, weaknesses, risk factors, and recommended risk ratings while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Working collaboratively with loan officers and other bank partners, the Credit Analyst utilizes approved digital tools and authorized AI-assisted resources to enhance research, reporting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining independent judgment, critical thinking, and prudent credit decision-making. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1. Analyze the overall credit quality and risk of applicants by reviewing financial statements, tax returns, credit reports, collateral values, and other relevant information including independent online research. 2. Prepare accurate financial spreads, ratio analyses, and cash flow models using spreadsheet and word processing tools. 3. Develop comprehensive credit presentations that include repayment capacity of the borrowers and guarantors, collateral descriptions, loan-to value calculations, and a clear summary of strengths, weaknesses, and risks. 4. Collaborate and communicate clearly with loan officers to assess client needs, loan structure, and pricing. Communicate directly with clients, as needed. 5. Ensure credit analysis and presentations reflect adherence to internal credit policies, loan administration procedures, and regulatory requirements. 6. Document policy or documentation exceptions, as well as prior-to-close conditions. 7. Assign and recommend credit risk ratings in accordance with Loan Policy guidelines. 8. Participate as a non-voting member of the Loan Committee meetings, exercising sound judgement and maintaining constructive communication. 9. Determine whether requests for information should be furnished or refused based on confidentiality, requiring strong judgment and quick decision-making. 10. Recognize irregular or suspicious transactions and take appropriate steps to prevent loss. Help ensure compliance with BSA/AML/OFAC regulations. 11. Assist with annual loan reviews and portfolio monitoring as requested, including providing support to the Auditor during internal and external audits. 12. Assist with other credit department tasks such as review of construction loan draw requests, appraisal reports, and environmental reports as needed.13. Additional responsibilities as needed to support departmental and organizational goals. Traits/Characteristics of a Successful Credit Analyst • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Analytical proficiency in quantitative and qualitative analysis • Ability to think critically, exercise sound judgment, and provide independent recommendations • Highly adaptable to portfolio volume demands • Thorough risk assessment expertise • Highly self-motivated • Inquisitive and curious with a desire to understand why • High level of integrity and professionalism with a strong ability to successfully navigate difficult or contentious conversations Working Conditions and Essenti