Job Description

Summary:
FirstBank is seeking qualified applicants for a Credit Assistant, which represents the bank in our Specialty Lending Division. This position works directly with our credit managers on our fast-paced lending team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review loan applications and documents for accuracy
• Enter customer information into system
• Gather documentation for the loan
• Coordinating with customers and retailers regarding the loan
• Manage a lending pipeline
• Assist with special projects as needed

Education and/or Experience

• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
• College degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, but not required
• Previous sales experience preferred, but not required
• Experience in lending and understanding of regulations preferred, but not required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills
• Multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite
• Excellent written, oral, and reading communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport and cooperative relationships with clients and coworkers
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate the highest level of ethical behavior and confidentiality and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Respectful demeanor toward other associates and managers that promotes a positive and professional work environment.
• Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations as applicable to your job duties. This includes but is not limited to; complete compliance training and adhere to internal procedures and controls; report any known violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations and report any suspicious customer and/or account activity.

Skills Required