Senior Credit Analyst

Senior Commercial Middle Market Credit AnalystMake banking a Fifth Third better® We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.GENERAL FUNCTION:The Senior Credit Analyst supports end-to-end underwriting and portfolio monitoring activities through close collaboration with Portfolio Managers, Underwriters, and Credit Risk partners. The role is responsible for independently executing most aspects of the underwriting process, including in-depth financial and risk analysis, drafting approval and review materials, and supporting credit committees and portfolio reviews with limited oversight.The Senior Credit Analyst is accountable for managing risk by openly exchanging ideas and viewpoints, elevating concerns with clear analysis and recommendations, and adhering to established policies and procedures. The role acts with integrity, supports a positive customer and colleague experience, and operates within the Bank's risk appetite. Success is achieved through consistent identification, assessment, monitoring, and escalation of credit risks.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Partner with Portfolio Managers and/or Underwriters to support complex underwriting, structuring, and ongoing monitoring of commercial credit relationshipsIndependently analyze borrower and guarantor financial statements, including cash flow sustainability, leverage, liquidity, and profitability trendsLead the preparation of concise, well supported credit approval memoranda with minimal errors, including company and industry analysis, identification and assessment of key credit risks and mitigants, historical financial analysis and prepare base and downside projection models.Develop, review, and validate historical financial charts, projection models, and sensitivity analyses.Manage ongoing portfolio monitoring activities, including covenant compliance, financial statement reviews, and execution and validation of risk rating modelsReview and challenge completed financial spreads and works to resolve required edits or inconsistenciesPrepare Criticized Period Reviews with limited oversightPrepare portfolio analysis and Portfolio Review materials for management and risk committeesEnsure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of credit data across internal systems and reportsTake ownership of resolving data, documentation, or analysis deficiencies and escalate issues with clear recommendations when appropriateProactively identify emerging risks, adverse trends, or policy exceptions and escalate concerns in a timely mannerServe as a technical and analytical resource for junior analysts, assisting with training, onboarding, and informal coachingContribute to special projects, portfolio initiatives, or process improvement efforts as assigned by managementSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:NoneMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field3+ years of experience in Commercial Banking, credit analysis, underwriting, or a related roleStrong, demonstrable understanding of financial analysis and credit risk assessment, including development and review of financial models and projectionsAdvanced working knowledge of commercial banking products, services, and credit structuresSolid understanding of corporate legal structures and common credit related legal documentsGeneral knowledge of U.S. banking regulations and supervisory expectationsProficiency in internal banking systems and applicationsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex analysisDemonstrated analytical judgment, problem-solving capability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detailAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPointTotal Base Pay Range 71,100.00 - 145,900.00 USD AnnualAt Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.LOCATION -- Costa Mesa, California 92626Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.