Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Lincoln, NE as we urgently expand our credit department! Midwest Financial Partners is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Credit Analyst to evaluate loan applications, assess financial risks, and support our growing client portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to make an immediate impact in a collaborative environment with competitive compensation and career growth potential.
What We Offer:
• Comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional development stipend
• Hybrid work options
• Performance-based bonuses
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex financial statements, credit reports, and cash flow projections to assess borrower risk profiles
- Prepare detailed credit memoranda and risk assessments for loan committee review
- Monitor existing loan portfolios for compliance and early identification of potential issues
- Collaborate with relationship managers to structure optimal credit solutions for commercial clients
- Stay current on industry regulations, economic trends, and credit policy changes
- Train junior analysts on credit analysis methodologies and documentation standards
- Present credit recommendations clearly to senior leadership and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA/CFA preferred)
- 3+ years of commercial credit analysis experience with financial institutions
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling software (e.g., Moody's Analytics, RiskCalc)
- Expert knowledge of GAAP, credit regulations (Regulation W, etc.), and underwriting standards
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex financial data
- Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation abilities
- Proven track record of managing credit risk in diverse industry sectors
- Professional certification (CRCM, CMB, or similar) highly desirable