Credit Analyst I

About the role

Our mission is to create exceptional experiences for our customers that help them achieve their dreams, and we seek extraordinary individuals with the talent and passion to help us bring those dreams to life. Are you looking for a fulfilling career with a dynamic company culture, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact? At North American Savings Bank (NASB), we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch customer service and financial solutions to support our customers achieve their dreams, whether it's buying their first home or planning for retirement. We believe exceptional customer service starts with an outstanding work culture that rewards hard work, provides the right tools for success, and values a healthy, happy team. With over 92 years of success and continued growth, NASB is seeking new team members eager to grow with us! We are currently looking for a Jr. Credit Analyst or Credit Analyst I to join our Commercial Real Estate Credit Administration team. (Level of Jr. or I will depend on candidate's education and experience.) The Credit Analyst supports the Credit Administration team by assisting with administrative tasks, spreading financials, reviewing third‑party reports, and helping underwrite the bank’s simpler loan products. This is an entry‑level, developmental role designed to build core credit skills with strong guidance and support from senior analysts and management.

Responsibilities

• Administration/Reporting: Prepare and order appraisals for all the loan products and monitor completion; responsible for uploading and managing financial statement ticklers.
• Analysis/Due Diligence: Review borrower financials, spread and complete analysis within Sageworks; review appraisals and analyze real estate performance; assist in completing market, borrower, and portfolio analysis as needed.
• Underwriting/Loan Reviews: Responsible for underwriting the IRA product and less complex residential construction loans and less complex CRE transactions that are under $2mm in loan size and less than $10mm LTOB with senior analyst and management support; assists as needed with the analysis of more complex CRE and residential LL&D transactions; assists senior analysts with completing annual reviews and other relationship level analysis.
• Customer Service: Address inquiries or issues within a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or other formal education preferred (with a focus on business, finance, risk management, or other similar area)
• One to three years' experience in commercial real estate underwriting, commercial loan underwriting, construction administration or other related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of commercial real estate lending, regulations and compliance is preferred.