Job description
Position overview:
The Senior Analyst, Business Restructuring, provides analytical and administrative support to directors in the Business Restructuring Unit. Support activities include, but are not limited to, preparation of amendment forms, follow-up on file administration, completion of quarterly financial analysis, and document compilation and review for new loan applications. The Senior Analyst, Business Restructuring, may also be required to act as a liaison between directors, clients and various third parties.
Challenges to be met:
- Identify and analyze the fundamental reasons for client underperformance;
- Participate in the evaluation of clients’ long-term viability, business strategy and restructuring strategy;
- Review and assess cash flow forecasts, financial projections and supporting analyses;
- Evaluate market trends and future prospects for BRU clients. Analyze research results and make recommendations to directors;
- When possible, accompany directors to client meetings to gain a better understanding of issues, risks and possibilities related to the client;
- Participate in the assessment of potential new loan applications in compliance with BDC’s policies and compile all required documents;
- Actively participate in the portfolio administration process;
- Provide excellent customer service to clients, other BDC services and outside resources in the resolution of basic customer issues and maintain a good network of internal partners;
- Provide administrative support to team members and collaborate in special projects, as required.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Professional accounting or financial designation is an asset;
- Two to five years of relevant experience, including two years in financial analysis. Experience in financial services or restructuring is preferred;
- Strong analytical and diagnostic skills;
- Ability to identify critical issues affecting clients and related commercial contexts;
- Ability to anticipate the long-term repercussions of decisions and adopt a broader approach to problem-solving;
- Good knowledge of credit policies and practices and knowledge of legal aspects related to security taking and enforcement;
- Good knowledge of lending systems and software;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint);
- Excellent interpersonal as well as written and oral communication skills in French and English.
