Primary purpose of job

• Perform rigorous credit assessments based on the approved credit risk model and credit rating tool
• Evaluate risk profile for new and existing counterparties and exploring options through credit terms such as: secured/unsecured, open credit limits etc.
• Deliver credit assessment at the credit committee level and other forums where approval is required
• Ensure Credit Policies & Procedures, rating framework and risk appetite framework are implemented as per management direction. All credit decisions must be made in accordance with the applicable credit policy & procedures and clearly documented/archived
• Ongoing/Daily monitoring of the credit exposures to customers and banks to ensure exposures are within approved limits and take exceptional approvals as per policy if required. Prepare regular reports/ MIS and analysis for effective monitoring and control
• Periodic re-assessment of credit customers as per defined minimum frequency. In addition to these minimum frequencies, re-assessment must occur if there are events that have a material impact on the credit worthiness of the customer
• Provide research and analysis to help identify risk and drive strategy that focuses on the external market and macro environment
• Collect information from industry sources for new business proposals
• Build strong external networks and relationships with 3rd party rating agencies and banks to ensure delivery of robust credit risk assessments
• Tracking the credit portfolio against the Credit Risk Appetite Framework, conducting stress test and suggesting corrective measure if any

Experience & Skills

• At least 8-10 years of experience in the relevant field
• Good knowledge of Financial Accounting & Management Systems
• Good knowledge of Financial & Accounting concepts
• Have very good report writing skills
• Have the ability to develop new financial procedures, processes, flowcharts etc.
• Possess strong analytical skills

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance
• Professional qualification in economics, accounting such as ACCA, ACA or CPA in Finance/ Accounting would be an added advantage
• Certification in Credit Risk analysis would be an added advantage