Credit Analyst

We are looking for a Credit Analyst at our Downtown Seattle or Bellevue, WA office. The Credit Analyst will be responsible for assisting Commercial Bankers in underwriting credits, portfolio management, maintenance, and customer service for an assigned portfolio of commercial accounts. Additionally, this position will assist to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations, and the accurate and timely delivery of documents for closing the loan. This position is relied upon to independently manage a small portfolio and prepare a thorough analysis of all aspects of a credit, including the preparation of financial spreads and projections in conformance with established Bank policies and procedures, for new loan requests, renewals and annual reviews, and responds to customer inquiries related to the lending process in a timely and accurate manner.

This position is Full Time (40 hours per week), on-site in Seattle or Bellevue, Washington. 

Base Salary Range:

Level I: $30.12 - $37.64 – $45.18 per hour

Level II: $36.44 - $45.55 – $54.66 per hour

Depending on qualifications and experience, Credit Analyst I or II may be considered.  

The Role at a Glance:   

• Provides an exceptional level of customer service around all aspects of the banking relationship with a focus on the credit aspects in conjunction with the Commercial Banker assigned to the relationship.

• Independently interacts with prospective and existing clients to collect financial statements, tax returns, and other applicable  information, to include, but is not limited to account receivables aging’s, account payable aging’s, rent rolls, operating statements, leases, corporate documents, and environmental reports.

• Independently completes and/or coordinates with Credit Administration, financial statement spreading and cash flow/global cash flow analysis, as requested and needed.

• Identifies loan purpose, source of repayment, collateral value/priority, and full written analysis of all credit elements within the credit memorandum (SCM).

• Participates in presentations/meetings with credit administration to negotiate structuring, pricing and edits needed to highlight and or partially mitigate credit risks.

• Tracks loan agreement compliance, covenant monitoring, borrowing base certificates and financial reporting, via use of the lending tickler system. Ensures timely and accurate follow up.

• Analyzes financial and other information and complete file memos or written analysis to document trends and, where necessary, report and/or gain credit approval for action taken on Loan Agreement violations.

• Independently interacts with customers to collect information needed to complete loan renewals ahead of loan maturity dates, to include information needed to order new property appraisals, as applicable.

• Participates in the construction administration process by collecting and reviewing required information for monthly draws in conjunction with the RECAD team.

• Complies with governing regulations by maintaining current knowledge of commercial law, UCC and Banking regulations and policies to ensure conformity with required laws and terms.

• Accompanies Commercial Banking Officer on business calls and/or site visits, as requested.

Core Skills and Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing or relevant discipline required. MBA preferred.   

• Level I - 1  recent experience in a commercial lending support and/or credit analyst role, in the financial services industry required.

• Level II- 3 years recent commercial credit underwriting experience, which includes financial statement analysis, cash flow analysis, collateral evaluation and loan structuring in a commercial banking environment required. 

• Accounting and Financial analysis skills developed through a combination of education and work experience required.

• Equivalent combination of education, formal credit training and relevant experience may be considered.   

• Provides an exceptional level of quality service for internal/external customers; responds to customers needs, questions and concerns in an accurate, effective, and timely manner.

• Excellent listening, verbal, written and telephone etiquette business communication skills, with the ability to communicate outstanding/follow up issues over the phone, in person and via email; effective presentation skills, with the ability to read, write, speak and understand English well.

• Working knowledge of accounting and finance theory and practices, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, taxation, legal forms of organizations, and business law.

• Ability to interpret financial statements/spreads (including cash flow, balance sheet, and profitability), and present facts and offer opinions concerning credit worthiness.

• Knowledge of financial modeling techniques, and ability to identify recurring and non-recurring sources of cash flow and guarantors’ ability to service debt.

• Knowledge and experience interpreting credit reports and industry financial information averages.

• Working knowledge and experience of lending practices, collateral perfection, loan documentation, disclosures, terminology, and legal documents.

• Ability to understand and apply principles, procedures, compliance requirements, federal/state regulations, and policies related to assigned area, as well as the Bank’s policies, procedures, products, and services.

• Strong organizational, time management, data review and processing skills; with the ability to identify and resolve exceptions and interpret data in a timely manner.

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly focus on key issues and make decisions under pressure of time constraints and/or competing deadlines with minimal direction and oversight.

• Unquestionable integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information required.

• Proficient use and understanding of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook), with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly and gain working knowledge of financial services loan systems and credit software applications – required.   

Working Environment/Conditions:    

• Climate controlled office environment.   

• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.   

• Work involves being able to concentrate on the matter at hand, under sometimes distracting work conditions, and frequent employee and customer contacts and interruptions during the day.   

• Work requires regular attendance, punctuality and adherence to agreed-upon schedule with willingness to work a flexible and/or rotating schedule and or extended hours, as needed.    

Physical Demands/Effort:   

• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, multi-line telephone, photocopier, scanner and facsimile which often requires dexterity of hands and fingers with repetitive wrist and hand motion.   

• Work may involve the constant use of computer screens, reading of reports; typically sitting at a desk or table; intermittently standing, stooping, bending at the waist, climbing, kneeling or crouching to file materials and/or conduct site/property inspections.   

• Occasional lifting 10 – 15 lbs., files, boxes, etc.    

At Heritage Bank, we work hard, but also know how important it is to take time off to stay healthy, relax, and spend time doing what makes your heart happy!

As part of our team you’ll enjoy a total rewards package, which includes base salary based on the role, experience, and skill set, along with an exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), community volunteer time), and generous time off policy. Full-time team members receive a minimum of 10 paid vacation days annually* and eight hours of paid sick leave per month*, while also enjoying 11 paid holidays each calendar year, and an annual float day. *pro-rated from start date and/or hours worked.