Senior Credit Analyst

Position: Senior Credit Analyst Department: Credit Administration Job Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Exempt Grade: 11 Reports to: V P CRE Credit Team Leader Amount of Travel Required: No Travel Required On-site - Chicopee, MA Positions Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the analysis of all relevant credit and financial data of medium-to-complex commercial borrowers. This data is used in evaluating the creditworthiness of current and potential borrowers and in producing a comprehensive and objective credit analysis in order to assist management in the loan decision making process. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares objective, written analyses of moderate to more complex lending relationships to be used by loan officers and senior management in the loan decision making process. Prepares related complex numerical analyses including accurate completion of financial statement spreads. Works independently and demonstrates the ability to recognize and assess pertinent risks and identify the impact that non-financial and external factors; ranging from general economic issues to industry and management issues, may have on the borrower's ability to meet its obligations. Makes a recommendation to Loan Officers and Executive Committee for approval or denial and credit risk rating. Analyzes financial statements and cash flow of moderately complex borrowers and guarantors in order to determine profitability, capital adequacy, liquidity, asset quality, and the ability to repay existing and proposed obligations. Understands and remains current on bank credit policies and accurately identifies policy exceptions during the loan underwriting process. Evaluates appropriateness of proposed loan structure on new deals. Performs outside research as necessary on industries, real estate records, borrowers and guarantors. Monitors loan covenant compliance on existing loan relationships. Gathers and assimilates appropriate data for each credit analysis and determines the need to request additional information. Completes assignments in a timely fashion, meeting applicable deadlines and displaying the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while producing an accurate work product. Assists with training and development of less-experienced staff and new analysts. Illustrates a willingness to take on additional assignments as necessary within the department. Maintains a high productivity level yet produces thorough and accurate work, minimizing errors. Assumes additional responsibilities as requested. Competencies Analytical Skills Communication Decision Making/Judgment Productivity Quality Teamwork/Cooperation Education/Experience/Skills Bachelors of Science Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration or relevant work experience preferred. Minimum of three years of previous Commercial Credit Analyst experience required with demonstrated ability to work on the Bank's largest and most complicated credit requests. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and financial statement spreading software. Strong personal organization skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong critical thinking skills. Analytical experience with Commercial & Industrial Loans and Commercial Real Estate loans. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demands Stand: O (Occasionally) Walk: O (Occasionally) Sit: F (Frequently) Handling / Fingering: F (Frequently) Reach Outward: O (Occasionally) Reach Above Shoulder: O (Occasionally) Climb: N (Not Applicable) Crawl: N (Not Applicable Squat or Kneel: N (Not Applicable Bend: N (Not Applicable) Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less: N (Not Applicable 11-20 lbs: N (Not Applicable 21-50 lbs: N (Not Applicable 51-100 lbs: N (Not Applicable) Over 100 lbs: N (Not Applicable) Push/Pull 12 lbs or less: N (Not Applicable 13-25 lbs: N (Not Applicable 26-40 lbs: N (Not Applicable) 41-100 lbs: N (Not Applicable) N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements None Westfield Bank has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. JOB CODE: 1000680