Job Information
BMO Financial Group Commercial Portfolio Analyst in Brookfield, Wisconsin
The role supports commercial lending teams through ongoing credit administration, with a primary focus on financial covenant compliance and related portfolio monitoring activities. Responsibilities include independently tracking, calculating, and assessing covenant compliance and collateral margining to identify potential credit deterioration and ensure adherence to loan agreement requirements.
Adhere to BMO credit policies, regulatory standards, and operational guidelines to effectively manage and mitigate risk exposure.
Apply working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) to support credit analysis and underwriting.
Demonstrate operational understanding of commercial loan agreements, including key provisions such as repayment terms, financial covenants, collateral, and amendment processes.
Analyze financial information, tax returns, credit bureau reports, and related documentation to support credit decisions.
Independently perform financial covenant compliance and collateral margining calculations for an assigned portfolio to identify potential credit deterioration and ensure loan agreement compliance.
Make sound, policy‑compliant credit decisions and recommendations using established credit‑granting principles.
Perform financial calculations accurately while working with limited supervision.
Identify opportunities for improvement and propose practical, creative solutions to enhance processes and effectiveness.
Assume additional or broader responsibilities as required to support team and business objectives.
Qualifications
Preferred 2 – 3 years of relevant experience in credit, lending or financial operations in a corporate or banking environment.
BMO Credit Qualification within one-year of assignment
Bachelor’s degree required; Business Administration, Finance and Accounting preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
Foundational level of proficiency:
Problem Solving
Collaboration
Detail-Oriented
Customer Service
Data-driven decision making
Intermediate level of proficiency:
Financial Analysis
Data analysis tools
Portfolio Management
Credit Risk Assessment
Microsoft Office
Salary:
$54,000.00 - $99,600.00
Pay Type:
Salaried
The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
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BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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