CLA is dedicated to building a that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

Our Perks:

• Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Mental health coverage
• Quarterly Wellness stipend
• Fertility benefits
• Complete list of benefits

CLA is seeking a Credit Risk Director to join our Financial Services team in our Indianapolis office.

Our credit risk services area of CLA is growing rapidly and this position offers a unique opportunity for an individual to utilize their experience to assist various financial institutions. This position also offers tremendous professional growth within a Financial Services (FS) practice with a strong reputation within our local markets for excellent technical expertise and a commitment to client service.

How you'll create opportunities in the role:

• Working with clients and other FS staff to determine engagement/relationship objectives, develop appropriate budgets and assist in coordinating resources to meet the outlined objectives.
• Collecting and analyzing pertinent data to scope a loan review project or assignment.
• Evaluating credit files and assessing risk on an aggregated basis
• Coordinating with clients for the timely completion of fieldwork
• Reviewing and/or preparing credit review reports
• Providing ongoing technical assistance support to clients
• Anticipating and addressing client issues
• Assisting in the oversight and completion of other engagements/special projects or duties as assigned
• Providing oversight/review of assigned staff members for credit risk engagements.
• Assisting in the firm's business development and strategic activities in the credit management area
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key bank executives and directors
• Attending conferences and association meetings for financial institutions
• Working with other CLA staff and clients to address credit review issues that may arise.
• Remaining informed of the latest banking industry, accounting and credit review developments through ongoing formal and self-education

What you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related field required. Ten years of related experience acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• 7 years of financial institution experience, including strong credit review, commercial lending and/or credit administration experience

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