Credit Analyst (Finance)

Wintrust Asset Finance is an equipment-focused financing group that offers sophisticated loan and lease products to commercial companies throughout the country in a wide range of industries, including transportation, construction, manufacturing, energy services, aviation, and turn-key property, plant, and equipment, among others. Wintrust Asset Finance is an affiliate of Wintrust, a financial services company with more than $66 billion in assets.

Wintrust Commercial Finance (WCF), an affiliate of Wintrust Financial Corporation, is looking for Credit Analyst candidate.  This position will have active involvement in the growth of a commercial finance business.  WCF provides highly sophisticated finance and lease products to commercial enterprises throughout the United States in a wide range of industries.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate will be assigned to the Credit department with a focus on underwriting and portfolio management.
• Conduct industry, business, and collateral research.
• Spread financial statements into WCF's standard format for further analysis.
• Underwrite transactions and perform an analysis of all finance, credit, legal, and business aspects of prospective customers. 
• Prepare thorough investment write-ups and periodic reviews with recommendations that exhibit thoughtful and well-reasoned decisions.
• Coordinate all documentation, lien perfection, and closing activities associated with approved transactions while exhibiting a strong understanding of potential risks and acceptable mitigants.
• Perform annual reviews of existing obligors and assist in the preparation of semi annual review packages.
• Adhere to established WCF policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
• Prior experience of 1-3 years would be preferred.
• Outstanding academic credentials and/or an internship in banking or related field preferred.
• Self-starter with ability to manage their time and quickly adapt to new activities.
• Attention to detail with demonstrated ability to accurately analyze financial information and make well-reasoned business decisions.
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills necessary to work with business people at all levels.
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and willing to take initiative.
• Skilled at conducting business research.
• Proficient using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.  Excel skills should include: Index/match, Vlookup/Xlookup, Sumproduct, IFS, pivot tables, data validation, conditional formatting, graphs

This position is located at Wintrust Commercial Finance headquarters in Frisco, TX.

Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $59,000 - $77,000 along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate's qualifications, skills and experience

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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life.  To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success.  Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.