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Credit Analyst III – Fintech & Baas Focus

Credit Analyst III – Fintech & Baas Focus

CompanyLead Bank
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA, Kansas City, MO, USA, New York, NY, USA, Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Salary$90850 – $167143
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in credit analysis, underwriting, or related areas
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong judgment, instincts, attention to detail, and analytical skills
  • Strong organizational skills with experience in managing multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Analytical mindset; able to complete standard and ad-hoc requests; backup support for colleagues
  • Have experience evaluating credit risk in non-traditional or tech-enabled business models
  • Understand the nuances of fintech and BaaS risk profiles

Responsibilities

  • Independently prepares credit submissions and portfolio reviews for larger and more complex loans and BaaS partnerships, with minimal revisions required
  • Leads team projects, such as risk mitigation strategies, portfolio stress testing, board reporting, and portfolio improvement initiatives
  • Mentor and develop department staff
  • Identifies areas for improvement within the team and suggests training recommendations
  • Assist in the management of audits and regulatory exams
  • Fulfill any external, internal, and regulatory audit requests
  • Serve as department champion for system application programs used, such as Microsoft Office, Sageworks, Business Analytics, Google Workspace, Asana, and/or other system applications
  • Work with the Credit Team as needed for administrative assistance and projects
  • Ensure completion and accuracy of department-assigned responsibilities
  • Demonstrate a mindset that appropriately balances operational excellence and continuous improvement
  • Assist in oversight of department operations, including ownership of assigned processes, and suggesting improvements
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working with fintech, embedded finance, or BaaS is strongly preferred
  • Experience working in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment is strongly preferred
  • Experience in people management preferred, but not required