Credit Analyst, Regional Agribusiness Banking Group

Job Title

Prepares analyses and conducts credit investigations of routine credits in accordance with prescribed methods and procedures. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of credit reports for appropriate staff or committees. Cosponsors or approves credits within prescribed credit limits. Assists with account servicing, credit administration, and documentation. Provides support with research and statistical analyses.

Benefits Offered by CoBank

Careers with a purpose

Time-Off Packages, 15 days of vacation, 10 paid sick days and 11 paid holidays

Competitive Compensation & Incentive

Hybrid work model: flexible arrangements for most positions

Benefits Packages, including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance

Robust associate training and development with CoBank University

Tuition reimbursement for higher education

Outstanding 401k: up to 6% matching and additional 3% non-elective contribution & Student Loan Match

Community Impact: United Way Angel Day, Volunteer Day and Associate Directed Contribution

Associate Resource Groups: creating a culture of respect and inclusion

Recognize a fellow associate through our GEM awards

Essential Functions

Develops credit information for use by appropriate staff and committees in making decisions about credit arrangements for new, renewal, or extension loans. Cosponsors or approves credit requests within prescribed limits.

Reviews all pertinent credit and financial information and determines the need for more thorough investigation or additional information. Analyzes information statements and related material and prepares thorough, well-written, and clear credit reports. Prepares summaries, presents facts, and offers opinions concerning credit-worthiness. Understands and follows bank guidelines, policies, and procedures for the preparation and presentation of credit information.

Assists with credit administration, account servicing, development, packaging, closing, documentation, and monitoring.

Maintains control over current accounts, monitoring for payment progress and any developing problems. Provides relevant and timely information to internal stakeholders including account officers, relationship managers, and credit managers.

Assists in the preparation of internal research and analysis, provides statistical reports, and verifies information. Prepares and delivers presentations on topics as assigned.

Develops and utilizes computerized spreadsheets, programs, and other automated tools for credit analysis, special projects, or presentations.

Maintains expertise in assigned industries or market sectors. Keeps abreast of industry trends and competitive environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, or relevant discipline

Work Experience

1 year in credit/finance, preferably in banking or financial services industry required

Basic knowledge of financial analysis, including cash flow analysis, balance sheet analysis, profitability, liquidity, and solvency analysis.

Intermediate knowledge of financial modeling techniques and preparation of pro forma financial statements.

Physical Exertion Details

Sedentary Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Travel Requirement Details

Occasional Travel occurs infrequently (typically, once a month or less).

About CoBank

The typical base pay range for this role is between $66,500 - $76,100. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. The listed salary, other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. This job will be posted for a minimum of five (5) business days or until the position is filled. CoBank reserves the right to adjust compensation for all positions and to modify or discontinue benefits programs at any time in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.

CoBank is a cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. The bank provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states. The bank also provides wholesale loans and other financial services to affiliated Farm Credit associations serving more than 76,000 farmers, ranchers and other rural borrowers in 23 states around the country. CoBank is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture, rural infrastructure and rural communities. Headquartered outside Denver, Colorado, CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the U.S. and also maintains an international representative office in Singapore.

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all applicants, including qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability, or are assisting an applicant with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the application process, including completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please submit a request by emailing recruiting@cobank.com. Include your contact information and specific details about your requested accommodation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

CoBank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.