Credit Analyst
Role: Credit Analyst
Location: Elk Grove, IL
Salary: Up to $60,000 (DOE)
Work Type: Full-time, Exempt (FLSA), Onsite (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Travel: Minimal (occasional domestic and international, up to 10%)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Credit Analyst to support Business-to-Business credit operations across North America. This role focuses on evaluating customer creditworthiness, analyzing financial data, and supporting sound lending and leasing decisions. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working cross-functionally in a collaborative office environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct credit investigations and analyze financial information related to loans and leases
- Review financial statements, credit bureau reports, and industry data to assess risk
- Analyze financial conditions, trends, and key ratios
- Prepare clear summaries and recommendations regarding creditworthiness
- Maintain complete and accurate credit files, including financial statements and agency reports
- Support enhancements to credit scoring tools and internal decision processes
- Provide guidance and assistance to team members as needed
- Collaborate with internal departments on accounts receivable and collections processes
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance preferred
- 3–5 years of experience in credit risk, underwriting, or financial analysis
- Strong understanding of financial statements and ratio analysis
- Experience with ERP/CRM systems such as Dynamics AX and Salesforce
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
- Knowledge of UCC-1/PPSA regulations preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Self-motivated and team-oriented
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role operates primarily in an indoor office setting with standard business hours. The position requires prolonged sitting, frequent computer use, and occasional light lifting.
Equal opportunity employer.