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Credit Analyst - Asset Based Lending (ABL)

Fifth Third Bank · Rosemont, IL · Full time

Posted Jun 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a financial model you built. What did it show, and how was it used?

What they are checking: Whether they have real modeling skill, which the posting names as a core part of the role.

Tell me about a time you found a risk in a deal or analysis that others had not noticed.

What they are checking: Whether they think critically and raise concerns rather than simply supporting the deal team's view.

How would you work toward completing underwriting from start to finish with limited oversight?

What they are checking: Whether they have a plan to grow their independence, which the posting expects at this level.

What would you do

A borrower's inventory field exam shows a large amount of slow-moving stock. How does that change your analysis?

What they are checking: Whether they adjust collateral value and availability to reflect what inventory would truly bring in liquidation.

A Portfolio Manager asks you to draft a credit memo by tomorrow while you are in the middle of a portfolio review. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage competing deadlines and communicate early when quality could slip.

About the work

How is underwriting an asset based loan different from underwriting a cash flow loan?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that ABL leans on collateral value and liquidity more than on earnings.

Walk me through how you would build a borrowing base from accounts receivable and inventory.

What they are checking: Whether they know eligibility rules, advance rates and the common ineligibles like aged or cross-aged receivables.

What would you look for in an AR aging that would worry you?

What they are checking: Whether they can spot concentration, dilution, past-due trends and related-party balances that weaken collateral.

What financial covenants are common in ABL deals, and when does a springing fixed charge coverage ratio kick in?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how ABL covenants depend on excess availability rather than always being tested.

What makes a strong credit write-up from your point of view?

What they are checking: Whether they can tell a clear story of risks, mitigants and recommendation, not just restate numbers.

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The full job description

As published by Fifth Third Bank.

Make banking a Fifth Third better® We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. GENERAL FUNCTION: The Credit Analyst II is primarily responsible for partnering with Portfolio Managers, supporting the daily duties of underwriting and monitoring credit while performing analytical activities and identifying risks or issues as needed. In addition, a successful Credit Analyst II will be able to draft documents and prepare for credit reviews with limited support from the Portfolio Managers. The Credit Analyst II is knowledgeable on financial and risk analysis and demonstrates proficiency in financial modeling. The Credit Analyst II is expected to build proficiency in underwriting, developing the ability to complete the underwriting process from beginning to end with limited oversight. Additionally, the Credit Analyst II will attend and supportPortfolioReviewsas needed. Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensuresthatactions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Partner with Portfolio Managers in credit and underwriting, performing analytical tasks as needed • Use critical thinking to identify and draft documentation • Responsible for regularly completing indicative credit information into Banking Systems with little to no errors • Responsible for preparing risk-rating scorecard and tickler event analysis and determining actions based on results working in collaboration with PM's • Responsible for developing risk models and advising PMs of unforeseen obstacles that may impede meeting client expectations • Identify and determine monitoring analysis activities required • Verify covenants and define updates needed on ticklers • Monitor covenant completion and track past due or out of compliance covenants and recommend appropriate course of action • Responsible for assessing covenant compliance reporting and identifying issues • Review covenant compliance certificates to understand performance and determine actions • Update financial covenants and calculations as needed • Run Probability of Default (PD) model with oversight • Responsible for understanding and evaluating completed spreads to determine necessary edits working in collaboration with the CCU team • Responsible for identifying and recommending preliminary portfolio management actions using Credit Service reporting and RADAR with some oversight • Prepares ALSR reports with oversight • Responsible for running risk and projection models with oversight assumptions provided • Responsible for completing underwriting process with limited oversight • Create and complete a CAM with little to no errors • Review and re-write renewals for deals of limited complexity • Responsible for portfolio analysis and the development for Portfolio Reviews in preparation for client meetings • Support Portfolio Managers and special projects • Takes appropriate remedial actions to resolve deficiencies and escalates questions/disputes to appropriate level when necessary. • May assist with training of new employees. • May work on special projects as assigned by management. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Bachelor's degree in Business (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting) • 2+ years of Commercial Banking/Credit experience, that ideally includes Asset Based Lending (ABL) • Sound Financial and risk analysis understanding, including the ability to develop financial models • Extensive Knowledge of banking products and services • Knowledge of corporate business structure and legal documents • General knowledge of U.S. government and regulation • Knowledge of the local or regional market preferred, but not required • Proficiency in internal banking applications • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Demonstrated expertise in using effective problem solving and analytical skills with ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks • Proficient in all Microsoft Office software WORKING CONDITIONS: • Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise, temperature and the like • Minimal travel required Credit Analyst - Asset Based Lending (ABL) Total Base Pay Range 54,400.00 - 111,500.00 USD Annual At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day. The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance. Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner. LOCATION -- Rosemont, Illinois 60018 Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee. Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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