Smartbiz Loans Austin , TX 78719
Posted 2 months ago
Committed to DEI&B - Mogul Diversity Badge, 2022
Great Place to Work Certified, August 2022 - August 2023 USA
Overview
SmartBiz is on a mission to transform small business banking. SmartBiz is the leading technology-powered small business financing platform equipping entrepreneurs with access to the right capital at the right time. To date, we've connected borrowers with more than $9 billion in funding while increasing efficiency for our network of banks and trusted lending partners. More than 230,000 entrepreneurs have utilized our platform to access the funding they need to grow, with 60%+ of loans made to minority, women, or veteran-owned businesses.
Position Overview
SmartBiz is seeking a Credit Analyst who will support SmartBiz's Funding Operations team in evaluating the financial health of a SBA loan applicant to determine whether to approve their application. Critical to this role is an understanding of credit, strong financial acumen, the ability to critically analyze and assess information and work closely with Funding Operations team members to build out the credit story of the small business applicant.
We're seeking a new teammate who has a high level of intrinsic motivation, is extremely detail-oriented and organized, is eager to use their financial analysis skills, and enjoys working effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced financial technology environment.
How You Will Make An Impact:
Quickly and accurately analyze financial statements (business and personal tax returns, income statements, balance sheets, bank statements, credit reports, ..) to determine the creditworthiness of small businesses
Build a deep understanding of our credit policies and credit culture
Verify accuracy and consistency of details provided on the customer's application and documentation
Ensure compliance with the SBA underwriting and eligibility guidelines
Provide training of new Relationship Managers and ongoing training of the existing Funding Operations team to ensure their understanding of credit, underwriting, and general eligibility
Review and provide support on complex credit and loan structures to help Relationship Managers appropriately underwrite and package loan applications
Enforce quality control of files and integrity under bank and regulatory criteria
Form a strong working relationship with the Relationship Managers internally and credit teams externally at partner banks
Continually assess and improve credit and compliance-related processes
Perform required monitoring of existing loan portfolio performance
Who You Are:
2+ years of experience in financial services
Strong knowledge of commercial banking underwriting, SBA small loan underwriting is a plus
Exceptional oral & written communication skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Experience with Salesforce is a plus
Opportunities & Benefits We Will Provide:
Help redefine small business banking
Competitive salary and equity in a fast-growing start-up
100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their domestic partners and dependents
100% paid life and disability insurance
Flexible vacation policy
401k plan
More About SmartBiz:
60% + of the loans funded by our banks are for women-owned, minority, or veteran businesses
Great Place to Work Certified, August 2022 - September 2024 USA
Committed to DEI&B - Mogul Diversity Badge, 2022
2021 Top Small Business Lending Platform Award by LendIt Fintech
American Banker's Best Places to Work in Financial Technology in 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023
Rated "excellent" by TrustPilot review website
The company has raised $47 million in venture funding. Investors include Venrock, Investor Growth Capital, and First Round Capital.
SmartBiz Loans is an Equal Opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers without regard to any status protected by applicable law.
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