VP, Credit Risk Analytics

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Summary

Manages Allowance for Credit Losses (ACL) methodology under the Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) guidance, stress testing and credit portfolio reporting for the Bank. Compiles and analyzes portfolio loan data and builds risk models to reduce operating losses and maintain protection of assets.  Monitors quality of loan portfolio data and provides data to Bank Management to make informed decisions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains and manages the CECL allowance model and all methodologies and policies.  Ensures compliance with the control framework developed for CECL.

• Executes ACL calculation quarterly, including model design, methodology selection, reviewing data accuracy, calculations, documentation, and reporting used to support the ACL.

• Validates model results, interprets results, and communicates to internal audit, model risk management, external auditors, model validators and regulatory examiners.

• Pursues data quality practice improvements that align with data sponsor priorities, collaborates with various departments to identify data quality practices that ensures data are fit-for-use.

• Provides analytical research assistance for collected data end-users, including monitoring and reporting on accounting pronouncements or policy changes that impact reported data.

• Manages stress testing and sensitivity analysis of the Banks’ loan portfolio. Maintains documentation of stress testing processes, procedures, and workflows. 

• Serves on the Allowance for Credit Losses Committee and assembles quarterly allowance presentations for the ACL Committee and Audit and Risk Committee of the Board.

• Applies what-if scenarios to the portfolio such as varying growth rates, pay-off or reductions, segment concentrations, interest rate shocks, changes in credit quality, or systemic interruption of specific loan markets.

• Assists with bank-wide capital stress testing by working with Chief Credit Officer, Director of Credit Administration, Chief Accounting Officer, and ACL Committee to establish targeted areas, objectives, and completion dates of stress tests.

• Verifies and balances internal loan information with third party vendors (i.e. nCino Portfolio Analytics and Sageworks)

• Analyzes the loan portfolio and its various components and oversees monthly credit portfolio reporting to provide information to Executive Management regarding the status of the portfolio and emerging trends.

• Develops, maintains, and coordinates flow of documentation and credit reporting for the Banks’ Risk and Audit committees of the Board of Directors.

• Performs ad hoc reporting for Loan Review, senior management, and other business units as needed.

• Leads or supports special projects as necessary to support overall Bank objectives.

• Participates in data onboarding for acquired entities as it relates to allowance needs and identification of PCD assets.

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Must be able to concisely and clearly express opinions, observations, and recommendations in a confident manner.

• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks, and work independently and in multiple teams.

• Able to communicate and work well with others to accomplish goals.

• Analytical experience with statistical and mathematical concepts and the use of applicable software.

• Solid organizational skills and must be detail-oriented.

• Expert knowledge in CECL guidance and methodology.

• Strong understanding of US GAAP.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Credit Risk Management Specialists

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or finance 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in financial modeling including credit risk analysis, credit analysis, and data analytics.

• 3+ years experience with CECL methodology. 

Computer and Software Skills

• Skilled in operation of a personal computer, including Microsoft Office applications, especially intermediate/advanced data analysis using Excel. Proficiency with pivot tables, macros, VBA and/or PowerPivot preferred.

• Analytical experience with statistical and mathematical concepts and the use of applicable software (i.e. PowerBI)

• Knowledge of bank systems desirable (FIS – Bankway/IBS, Salesforce/nCino)

• Knowledge of database software a plus (i.e. SQL)

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

•  None

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Enterprise Bank & Trust is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Enterprise Bank & Trust please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

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