Credit Analyst

Senior Credit Analyst at First PREMIER Bank Full Time Start Date Immediate Expiry Date 18 Sep, 26 0.0 Posted On 20 Jun, 26 Experience 5 year(s) or above Remote Job Yes Telecommute Yes Sponsor Visa No Skills Credit Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Commercial Loan Structuring, Risk Identification, Financial Insights, Credit Administration, Compliance, Client Relationship Management, Mentoring, Loan Committee Participation Description Description At First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard, we’ve created a culture that emphasizes personal success, respect, health, and wellness, fun and giving back. This is an environment where you will be rewarded, valued, and celebrated for your hard work. We offer a robust and expanded package of health benefits, incentives, paid time off and growth and career advancement opportunities. We celebrate our employees and show our appreciation with private concerts, outdoor bashes, cash and car giveaways and more! See some of our epic celebrations and employee recognitions. Considered one of the nation’s strongest financial organizations, we’ve achieved our success by embodying the views and values of The PREMIER Way. From our CEOs to the newest hires, we all follow these shared views and values to guide us on how to treat our customers, co-workers and communities. The PREMIER Way also serves as a roadmap on how to be successful inside and outside of the workplace. We believe in investing in our employees, their families and our communities. About the Role Independently conducts complex credit analysis and supports the structuring of commercial loan relationships. Partners closely with Business Bankers to prepare high-quality credit arrangements, provides advanced financial insights, and ensures compliance with lending policies and timelines. Serves as a mentor and resource to junior analysts, leads training efforts, and contributes to department process improvements and credit administration. Job Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Independently analyze complex borrower financials, identify trends and risk factors, and prepare detailed credit arrangements in partnership with Business Bankers to support sound lending decisions. Attend and participate in weekly loan committee meetings, providing expert-level input and responding to questions regarding financial analysis, loan structure, and borrower performance. Monitor credit approval timelines and assist Business Bankers with the timely completion of credit memos and annual reviews in alignment with internal lending guidelines. Engage directly with clients when needed to clarify financial data, assist with credit-related questions, and serve as a secondary point of contact in the lender’s absence. Skills and Qualifications Expertise in interpreting complex financial statements, identifying credit risks, and preparing thorough and accurate credit arrangements. Strong ability to work closely with Business Bankers and clients, clearly communicate financial insights, and contribute to loan committee discussions. Proficiency in managing multiple credit tasks with precision and ensuring compliance with internal credit policy, documentation standards, and deadlines. Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Demonstrated ability to independently analyze complex financial statements and contribute to credit structuring and approval processes. Competitive Benefits Package Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week Traditional and High-Deductible health plan options available FREE dental and vision coverage Generous Paid Time Off plans 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation Special discounts and offers for events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center PREMIER Wellness Program Paid Community Volunteer Hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year Fun Employee Parties Our Culture Emphasis on personal success, respect, health, wellness, fun and giving back. Employees are rewarded, valued, and celebrated for hard work. Various career advancement opportunities and growth. Appreciation is shown through concerts, outdoor bashes, cash, car giveaways and more. We Value People At PREMIER you get more than a paycheck, you get a rewarding career where you can make a difference! Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard are considered one of the nation’s strongest financial organizations. We have achieved this success thanks to our commitment to always doing what is right for our employees, customers and the communities we serve. We value people and treat our employees as our greatest resource. We actively invest in their professional growth and development, make a strong effort to recognize achievement and take the time to celebrate success. Spirit of Giving Back Giving back to our communities is at the heart of PREMIER. We support nearly 700 organizations, non-profits and events. Paid volunteer hours encourage PREMIER employees to get involved in the community. Our employees annually volunteer an average of 33,000 hours for causes important to them. The PREMIER Way Our spirit of giving is rooted in The PREMIER Way and the PREMIER Attitude. These shared views and values guide our interactions with each other, our customers and our communities. It’s the foundation of our culture and makes PREMIER a great place to work. Learn More PREMIER Benefits PREMIER employees who work 20+ hours per week are eligible for full-time benefits, including medical coverage with free vision and dental insurance. We offer expanded Paid Time Off and a highly competitive 401(k) plan that features a dollar-for-dollar company match after 120 days of employment. Employees can experience personal and professional growth through PREMIER University. It offers skill-based training, leadership classes and inspirational national speakers. PREMIER Wellness unifies physical and mental health, financial wellness and community giving under one program designed to help employees find optimal work/life wellbeing. Through our Employee Assistance Program, employees have access to free counseling sessions, online resources and legal support. Community Giving offers our employees purpose-driven, meaningful opportunities where they know they are making a difference. Celebrating Success Recognizing and rewarding success is an important part of the PREMIER culture. We celebrate and show our appreciation with private concerts and special events. We’ve also celebrated with surprise gifts, cash/car giveaways, Apple watches, wireless earbuds and more! At quarterly staff meetings, employees who have gone above and beyond in their job or in their community are awarded a PREMIER Performer or PREMIER Eagle Service Award. Employees celebrating 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year Milestone Anniversaries receive $1,000 for every year they have worked with PREMIER. Location: Sioux Falls, SD Shift: M-F 8am-5pm Job Status: Full-Time Company: First PREMIER Bank Responsibilities Independently conduct complex credit analysis and support the structuring of commercial loan relationships. Partner with Business Bankers to prepare credit arrangements and provide expert input during loan committee meetings. #J-18808-Ljbffr