Credit Analyst

Credit Analyst - Hybrid

Are you passionate about analyzing financial data and uncovering hidden insights? Do you excel in a dynamic environment where your analytical skills are appreciated and your contributions drive meaningful results? If so, we want you to join our client as their next Credit Analyst!

National Community Investment Fund (NCIF; www.ncif.org) is an impact investor and national nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) formed in 1996 to increase access to responsible financial products and services in underserved communities. 

NCIF focuses on impact generation across economic opportunity, racial justice, and environmental justice issues. Total assets under management at NCIF are around $260 million, including a balance sheet of approximately $78 million and $183 million of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) allocations as of July 31, 2024.   In 2019, NCIF launched a $30 million Credit Strategies Fund for lending and has recently raised $18 million of debt capital as of July 2024 to support growth and impact. NCIF meets its mission via the following complementary lines of business: 

• Equity Investing: We invest in/lend with mission-oriented financial institutions (CDFI banks, minority banks, CDFI loan funds, and others) with equity, debt, and deposit investments. NCIF is the largest investor in CDFI banks, with investments in 17 institutions (>10% of the sector). Selectively, NCIF will invest in financial and green technology corporations that are mission-aligned;
• New Market Tax Credit deployment: We have received $401 million in NMTC allocations and are deploying them into nonprofit and for-profit impact-oriented operating companies and real estate, such as healthcare facilities and schools.
• Lending: NCIF is building a portfolio of loans that are focused on supporting businesses, housing communities, education, healthcare, and other sectors that are mission-aligned. To further that reach, we are launching a platform to originate and syndicate loans among the NCIF Network of Banks. We have also launched an initiative to lend to greenhouse gas reduction projects that are aligned with the EPA goals around (a) net-zero buildings, (b) zero-emission transportation, and (c) alternative energy sources (i.e., solar) in underserved communities nationally.
• Impact measurement is the foundation of NCIF’s work and supports all our business lines. NCIF pioneered the use of Social Performance Metrics (www.bankimpact.org) and is developing a large language model/Generative AI-based Data Analytics Platform to catalyze additional capital in the sector.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $65K - 80K annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

As a Commercial Credit Underwriter/Credit Analyst, you will be part of the Lending and NMTC teams that originate/participate in national loans to real estate and operating companies. 

To thrive, you should have:

• Passion for community development and improving individuals' lives in underserved communities.
• Bachelor’s degree (or comparable work experience), preferably in Business, Accounting or Finance.
• 2 - 7 years of experience with credit underwriting/financial analysis. Candidates with more relevant experience will be considered in a more senior capacity.
• Experience in banking, CDFI, NMTC, or lending departments and nonprofit organizations would be a plus. Demonstrated credit and financial analysis understanding, with formal credit training a plus.
• Solid attention to detail and analytical skills. Proficiency in MS Office with strong expertise in MS Excel.
• Ability and willingness to work in an entrepreneurial organization positioned to grow.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work and communicate with various business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Preference to candidates who are residents of Chicago, work on a hybrid schedule or are willing to relocate.

Your responsibilities as the Credit Analyst will include:

Underwriting and Financial Analysis on NMTC and Loans

• Gather data and perform due diligence on the borrowers/guarantor, including economic/industry
• Assessments
• Spread financial statements and create operating projections to perform financial statement
• analysis, cash flow analysis, repayment analysis, risk, and mitigant assessment.
• Analyze borrowers’ budgets and projections to assess and stress test debt service capacity.
• Assist in credit write-ups and presentations at the loan committee.
• Assist in the assessment of collateral.
• Input data into the loan management system as needed.
• Special projects as determined by the Head of Department.

Asset Management 

• Annual reviews of borrowers/guarantors, including evaluation of risk ratings. 
• Monitor projects during construction, including review of third-party construction reports, construction draws, and budgets.
• Ensure that all transactions comply with the terms of legal agreements and that cash flows are consistent with financial projections. Also, ensure compliance with all covenants and conditions. 
• Support control/loan servicing departments with post-close monitoring/reporting. 

NCIF is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal treatment and opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation, except where such distinction is required by law. NCIF has a hybrid schedule with part remote/in-office work schedules. Preference will be given to candidates who are residents of Chicago or are willing to relocate.