Credit analyst

Credit analyst

Credit analysts handle credit applications. They check customer suitability, credit and payment history and finances to decide their ability to repay loans.

Also known as

Credit assessor, senior credit risk analyst, contracts and credit analyst, credit solutions specialist, senior collections analyst, lead credit analyst, credit and loans officer

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
  • Usually work in offices
  • Need to be methodical, accurate and responsible

Typical tasks

  • Assess financial position of clients
  • Analyse business and financial data
  • Assess risks to business activities
  • Examine financial records
  • Prepare financial documents, reports and budgets
  • Prepare contracts and other transaction documents
  • Study market conditions and trends
  • Give advice about finances
  • Calculate data to support decisions
  • Collect payments for goods and services

Salary information

$61K-$142K
LowerMost commonUpper
$61K$71K-$107K$142K

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