Typical Tasks
Analyze credit data and financial statements to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.
Compare liquidity, profitability, and credit histories of establishments being evaluated with those of similar establishments in the same industries and geographic locations.
Generate financial ratios, using computer programs, to evaluate customers' financial status.
Prepare reports that include the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.
Analyze financial data, such as income growth, quality of management, and market share to determine expected profitability of loans.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Dependability
Initiative
Stress Tolerance
What key skills are needed for this job?
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Active Listening
Mathematics
Expected Knowledge
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
