Credit Analyst Intake Specialist - Part Time

As a leading bank, SouthState has been providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses for more than 100 years.

SouthState team members strive to create remarkable experiences while building meaningful and lasting relationships. We are proud to be a reflection of the communities we serve, and our team members share core values that make SouthState a great place to bank, and a great place to work.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, providing Credit Analyst Intake support through the receipt, review and analysis of Financial Statement Spread Requests submitted by Relationship Managers, Loan Assistants, and Portfolio Managers. This position will review the spread requests for accuracy, thorough documentation, and complexity. This position will also pull CLEAR Reports, input Borrowing Base Certificate and Marketable Securities information into nCino. Additional tasks may be required at the direction of the Director of Commercial Credit Analysts and/or the Director of Credit Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position is expected to perform the specific duties, tasks, and responsibilities as outlined below:

• Act as the Administrative processer for financial statement spread requests submitted by the Commercial Lending Team
• Accurate and thorough review and management of Financial Statement Spread Requests submitted to the Credit Analyst Team through nCino and Outlook emails
• Accurate and thorough review and input of Borrowing Base Certificate/Marketable Securities requests submitted to the Credit Analyst Team through nCino and Outlook emails
• Pull and upload CLEAR reports of relationships as submitted to the Credit Analyst Team through nCino and Outlook emails
• Ensure spread requests have been submitted with proper and complete documentation
• Assist in determining the complexity of the spread request at hand based upon review of the documentation provided
• Could occasionally process correspondence, files, records, and perform other specific duties for management and the Credit Services team
• Obtains additional information, as needed, to complete reports or gather information for internal or external audits as determined by management
• Successfully works with teammates to collectively assist the Commercial Credit Analyst team in stated objectives and tasks.
• Works to create a constructive workplace environment that expands positive culture and enhances the Bank's core values.
• Undertakes special projects related to job function as determined by the Commercial Credit Analyst Team Lead or the Director of Commercial Credit Analysts.
• Participates in community related activities.
• Ensures that the Bank's policies and procedures, code of conduct, and regulatory guidelines are strictly complied with.
• Provides aid to other employees by liaising with them through healthy and positive interactions.
• Continuously updates skills by participating in professional training and development.
• Seeks opportunities to improve skills through cross-training offered by the Bank.
• All other tasks, responsibilities, or duties, as directed by the Commercial Credit Analyst Team Lead or the Director of Commercial Credit Analysts.
• Aid other employees by liaising with them through healthy and positive interactions
• Be involved in performing marketing endeavors/efforts
• Continuously update skills by participating in professional training
• Seek opportunities to improve skills through cross-training offered by the Bank
• All other tasks, responsibilities, or duties, as directed by management

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications, Education, and Certification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with knowledge of the commercial lending process and one or two years of secretarial/administrative experience
• Must be able to prepare documents and compose business letters and memorandums
• Proficient with general office machines and programs to include Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software that might be utilized in the department
• Ability to use the computer efficiently and the capacity to learn new software programs as they are rolled out by the Bank
• Must have good knowledge of business English, including spelling and punctuation
• Must possess basic English language skills to write and speak clearly, and effectively with coworkers and customers
• Must be well-organized, accurate, and attentive to detail
• Must be cooperative and willing to assist coworkers and customers on a regular basis
• Must have effective listening skills demonstrated by the ability to listen to others talk (without interruption), understand them, and then propose solutions or make contributions based on the points made by others
• Must possess excellent multi-tasking skills and be able to function well under pressure
• Must be able to remain composed under pressure and respond to customer and coworker concerns regularly
• Must have a keen eye for detail and follow instructions to the letter
• Must be patient and willing to help others in solving problems while always maintaining a positive attitude

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/CLASSES

• New Employee Orientation
• Required Annual Compliance Training
• Various trainings provided by corporate training, credit staff to enhance knowledge of credit process
• Additional trainings as directed by the Director of Commercial Credit Analysts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to remain seated or work standing in a confined area on a computer for a minimum of four (4) hours each workday
• Must be able to constantly use hands and fingers to enter data through or on a computer or answer a phone throughout most of an eight (8) hour shift
• Must be able to hear and communicate with coworkers and customers throughout the day
• May need to lift to 25 pounds one to two times a day to perform job

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to function in a professional, business office environment and act and dress appropriately for same, consistent with the Bank's grooming and dress codes
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with customers and coworkers
• Must be willing to function as a team member
• Must be willing to demonstrate commitment to the Bank's mission and goals