Commercial Credit Underwriter I at Bank of Greene County

Village of Catskill, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Credit analysis, Underwriting, Financial analysis, Portfolio management, Microsoft Office, Data entry, Risk mitigation, Communication skills, Detail oriented, Lending, Financial reporting, Compliance

Industry

Banking

Description

Description DEPARTMENT: Credit Administration LOCATION: 288 Main Street Catskill, NY 12414 REPORTS TO: Credit Manager SUPERVISES: None GRADE: 11 Pay Range: $20-23 per hour commensurate on education and experience FLSA: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: The Commercial Credit Underwriter I provides commercial credit analysis and underwriting, thereby facilitating the initiation and servicing of commercial credit relationships. Reviews the commercial loan portfolio to ensure sufficient, current and accurate credit records are created and maintained within the credit files, loan processing system, and the financial tracking and reporting software. Underwrites new money loans, renewals and annual reviews within assigned threshold. Requirements EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in Business/Finance or related field, or equivalent work experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office software Detail oriented, with strong communication and analytical skills Prior knowledge of lending, credit analysis, or portfolio management a plus MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete credit analysis of businesses. Safeguard Bank assets (monitor and mitigate the Bank’s risk of loss) Comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines Ensure complete credit files are maintained and updated in accordance with Bank policies and procedures for relationships constituting the commercial credit portfolio Prepare reports as needed for the credit analysts and lending department officers Complete projects as assigned relating to management and tracking of the commercial loan portfolio Assist with preparation of written commercial credit procedures Track and monitor the occurrence of commercial credit relationship reviews and line renewals completed by credit analysts Complete relationship reviews and line renewals within threshold level Coordinate services with credit analysts to facilitate the credit analysis function Enter data into Bank’s financial analysis and monitoring software system (Sageworks/Abrigo) Provide assistance as requested during audits and exams Ensure accurate HMDA data is collected and reported for commercial loans Order and review third party reports, such as credit reports, appraisals and environmental reports Contribute to a professional, business-like atmosphere within the credit department Other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bank of Greene County is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity in all employment-related matters, including hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers and other personnel actions, without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, the status of being transgender, disability, genetic information, predisposition and carrier status, military or veteran status, marital and familial status, the status of being a victim of domestic violence, employee’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, a decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. BANK SECRECY ACT (BSA) Before assuming any duties, each employee will be trained in the proper filing and logging procedures for large currency transactions and the sale of monetary instruments. Each employee will immediately report suspicious currency transactions or activity to their immediate supervisor or the BSA Officer. All employees will become familiar with how their customers handle their accounts and will report any transactions that are not within the normal activities of the customer. The employee will be trained in compliance with the BSA, USA PATRIOT ACT and associated laws and regulations under the Bank’s Compliance Program as it pertains to his or her job functions. Employees are expected to meet all compliance requirements as stated within the Bank’s BSA/AML/CIP/OFAC Program. Failure to meet these compliance standards may adversely affect performance appraisals and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Employee’s compliance violations may result in termination, individual fines, and possible imprisonment.

Responsibilities

The Commercial Credit Underwriter I performs credit analysis and underwriting for commercial loans to facilitate credit relationships. They also monitor the commercial loan portfolio to ensure accurate records and compliance with bank policies.