• Credit Process Review Analyst I

    Bank OZK (AR)


    Why Bank OZK

     

    Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We’re nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional service with innovative technologies to deliver smart solutions to our clients across the country. We’re investing in small businesses, fueling economies in local communities and changing skylines in the largest cities across America. Here, we're not simply filling roles. We're fostering even greater careers.

     

    The foundation for a great career starts with an exceptional team and a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in providing our dedicated team members with the best resources to support their physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including generous PTO, 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance as well as special perks and discounts. Learn more about Bank OZK benefits (https://careers.ozk.com/benefits) .

     

    Job Purpose & Scope

     

    Reviews specific data points supporting Commercial Credit Underwriting to analyze and assure a quality risk rating is obtained. Works with loan types including, but not limited to, corporate, commercial, industrial, and commercial real estate transactions. Reviews will include newly generated loans, modifications, and annual reviews.

    Essential Job Functions

    + Reviews defined data points and ensures accuracy on both “As Approved” and “As Closed” risk ratings assigned daily.

    + Reviews financial statements, underwriter workbooks, credit memos, appraisals, and any other information used to make credit a decision, as it relates to ensuring the integrity of the Commercial Credit’s underwriting guidelines and principles.

    + Communicates effectively with individual underwriters on the status/needed updates of pending risk rating reviews.

    + Manages assigned risk rating reviews, ensuring they are handled efficiently and processed in a timely manner, consistent with the Bank’s standards.

    + Communicates with underwriters and management regarding issues or challenges concerning risk rating reviews, when merited.

    + Responsible for data quality during the loan review and determining the “As Approved” and “As Closed” credit risk ratings.

    + Regularly exercises discretion and judgment in the performance of essential job functions.

    + Maintains good punctuality and attendance to work.

    + Follows Bank policy, procedures and guidelines.

     

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

     

    + Knowledge of general financial principles.

    + Ability and desire to learn bank regulations related to the Office of Foreign Asset Control, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Anti-Money Laundering Act, and the USA PATRIOT Act.

    + Ability to work without close

    + Ability to communicate effective both verbally and in writing.

    + Ability to manage multiple tasks with exacting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

    + Ability to demonstrate excellent and effective customer service skills.

    + Ability to maintain confidentiality.

    + Ability to demonstrate effective organization, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to work effectively and demonstrate flexibility in a continually changing environment.

    + Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

    + Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

    Basic Qualifications

    + Bachelor degree in Business Management or Accounting (completing Accounting I and Accounting II coursework) or commensurate work experience required.

    + Minimum of one (1) year of credit underwriting and/or financial analysis work experience, preferred.

     

    Job Expectations

     

    Job Expectations: O perate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

     

    Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

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    EEO Statement

     

    Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.