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Credit Analyst

Credit Analyst job description

Credit analysts must have a high degree of technical competence and the ability to work independently. Strong quantitative skills and familiarity with statistics are needed, as is expertise with Excel, financial modeling and financial statement review. Credit analysts must have at least two to three years of experience working in a quantitative and analyst capacity. A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, mathematics or physics is required; a master’s degree is preferred. A certification such as the CFA is a plus.

Typical credit analyst duties:

Analyzing existing and potential loansPresenting recommendations to senior management and credit committeesProviding written loan approvals, and modifying and restructuring existing loans with loan officersCreating financial projectionsMaintaining various financial databasesAssembling and synthesizing data needed to run risk management models

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National salary range for Credit Analyst

60000 - 86500

Low
60000
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
74000
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
86500
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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