Credit Risk - Director (Financial Services)

About the role

We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way. That’s why CLA exists to create opportunities. With 8,500 employees and over 130 offices nationwide, we promise to know you and help you! CLA is looking for a Director to join our Credit Risk (Financial Services Industry) team. This role provides audit services to clients, oversees credit risk consulting engagements, manages talented staff, and serves as a mentor on audit and accounting technical issues and overall professional development.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and analyzing pertinent data to scope a loan review project or assignment
• Evaluating credit files and assessing risk on an aggregated basis
• Coordinating with clients for the timely completion of fieldwork
• Leading loan review engagements, organizing and communicating findings from such reviews
• Reviewing workpapers and loan review reports in a quality control capacity
• Preparing and reviewing credit review reports
• Providing ongoing technical assistance support to clients
• Anticipating and addressing client issues
• Assisting in the oversight and completion of other engagements, special projects, or duties as assigned
• Providing oversight and review of assigned staff members for credit risk engagements
• Assisting in the firm’s business development and strategic activities in the credit management area
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key bank executives and directors
• Attending conferences and association meetings for financial institutions
• Working with other CLA staff and clients to address credit review issues that may arise
• Remaining informed of the latest banking industry and credit review developments

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree required (combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree)
• Degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred

Experience

• 7 years of relevant financial institution experience required

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Benefits

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401(k), and much more.