Established in 1964 in Omaha, Nebraska, our family-owned financial institution's vision is to be the best in class in meeting the evolving financial needs of our customers. Our extensive history and family-owned legacy give us a deep and genuine understanding of how to serve and treat our customers. We offer a holistic financial approach with solutions for personal, business and wealth in three markets: Iowa, Nebraska and Texas.
As a community bank, we value long-term partnerships built on trust and integrity. As an employer, we take pride in building meaningful relationships and celebrating the unique differences that define each team member; it's what makes us a stronger unit. It's one of the many reasons why creating a strong culture of empowerment, support, and opportunity is an ongoing focus.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment in an analytical capacity by underwriting loans using the bank’s lending software - completing written analyses of the applicant’s ability to repay the loan and assess the strengths and weaknesses of the Bank’s repayment sources considering industry and other environmental trends. Assists assigned Relationship Managers with monitoring and managing credit risk for existing client relationships. Interprets and carries out policies relating to all phases of credit administration department functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Financial Analysis & Credit Underwriting (60%)
- For Commercial & Industrial (C&I) businesses, commercial real estate investors, and private banking clients:
- New Business: For new or existing relationships with proposed credit exposure generally over Loan Committee thresholds, prepare a Credit Memo with the Relationship Manager including: analysis of the business and industry, financial statement changes and trends, cash flow adequacy, collateral coverage, and Guarantor support (including a global cash flow analysis, as needed). Address causes (how/why) for material changes. Cite mitigants and provide remediation for weaknesses and potential problems. Identify and discuss strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
- Renewals: For relationships with credit exposure generally over Loan Committee thresholds, approximately 60 days prior to maturity of loans, review the Renewal Checklist prepared by the Relationship Coordinators. If not prepared, check the loan system (or credit file) and inform the Relationship Coordinator and Relationship Manager of financial statements, collateral reports, personal financial statements, tax returns, and other customary documentation needed to underwrite the renewal. Underwrite the Borrower and obtain approval for renewal ideally 30 days, but not less than 10 days, prior to maturity.
Reviews (20%)
- As part of the ongoing portfolio management for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) businesses, commercial real estate investors, and private banking clients:
- Annual Credit Reviews: For Borrowers generally over Loan Committee thresholds, determine on-going credit quality and appropriateness of the assigned risk rating by reviewing the Borrower’s payment history, financial statement trends & cash flow, and/or operating statements and rent rolls for the Bank’s commercial real estate collateral.
- Loan Reviews: As requested, assist with the independent Loan Review process by completing Loan Reviews in conjunction with the Annual Credit Review.
- Problem Asset Reports: Coordinate and assist the Relationship Manager with the completion of individual monthly reports for loans risk rated Special Mention or worse to ensure completeness and accuracy including: Risk rating rationale, nonaccrual & TDR determination, reserve & impairment discussion, cash flow analysis, collateral analysis, guarantor analysis, strategy statement, and current action plans with S.M.A.R.T. goals.
- Complete reviews of the Bank’s investments, as assigned.
- Complete financial analyses of the Bank’s vendors, as assigned.
Financial Statement Spreading (10%)
- Create/update spreads of financial statements or tax returns using software and test for compliance with financial covenants, when applicable.
- Verify that the tracking items are accurate and update them if they are not, in addition to the normal spreading done in conjunction with underwriting and reviews.
Consumer Underwriting (5%)
- Assists in the underwriting of consumer loans.
Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
- Minutes: Record and distribute minutes for Loan Committee meetings.
- Meetings: Assist with conducting the Past Due Meeting by presenting various reports on the projector and advise Loan Committee members of liens and garnishments since the last meeting.
- Prepare real estate evaluations and complete appraisal reviews.
- Assist with portfolio management by completing floor plan inspections, borrowing base reviews, or collateral exams.
- Assist with the preparation of monthly monitoring reports and credit analytics.
- Conducting joint customer calls with Bankers as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to demonstrate strong analytical skills with a thorough knowledge and understanding of financial statements and tax returns including an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing using good business writing skills
- Excellent time management, and attention to detail skills, along with an ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines
- Strong critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
- Advanced skills with Word, Excel, Outlook, and bank loan systems
- Ability to maintain predictable and reliable attendance
- Ability to complete required training by assigned due date
EDUCATION*
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related business field, or equivalent banking experience required
EXPERIENCE*
- Minimum of 3-4 years of commercial credit analysis experience required; banking industry experience strongly preferred
- Previous experience using Baker Hill software preferred
*Equivalent education and experience will be considered
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
Security National Bank provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
**NOTE: Relocation is not provided for this position.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related business field, or equivalent banking experience
- 3-4 years of commercial credit analysis experience
- Strong understanding of financial statements, tax returns, and GAAP
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, written communication, and verbal communication skills
- Advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and bank loan systems
- Reliable attendance and ability to complete required training on time
- Banking industry experience
- Previous experience using Baker Hill software
- Ability to work onsite in Texas; relocation is not provided
What We Do
Security National Bank is a family-owned community bank serving individuals, families, and businesses. Its mission is to help those customers envision, safeguard, and flourish, and community stewardship is central to its role. The bank focuses on business banking, complemented by private banking, wealth management, trust planning, and investment services. It emphasizes personalized service and trusted financial advice, with locations in Omaha, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, and Dallas.
