Finance & Banking Associate,Financial Analyst Job Columbus area,Ohio USA,Finance & Banking

Job Category: Relationship Management/Sales

Requisition Number: ASSOC
011781

Posted :
December 19, 2025
Full-Time

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Columbus HQ
1349 W. Lane Avenue
Suite 800
Columbus, OH 43221, USA

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Associate to join our team! This position will partner with the Relationship Managers (RMs) to support the commercial sales strategy, interface directly with clients and lines of business partners, and serve as a key contributor to the structure of commercial business.

As part of this role you will:

Prepare and provide analytics in support to the commercial sales team.

Interface with client, gather credit and financial information.
Pre-screen and analyze pertinent financial data and Commercial Decision Summary underwriting data.
Prepare Opportunity Memos and other necessary sales presentations

Assist with completion of annual review and loan covenant/trigger testing.

Ensure clients are in compliance with all covenants (financial and otherwise).

Participate in client meetings with Relationship Manager. Interface with new and existing clients, work through referrals, build client relationship and extend credit within assigned limits.

Support Relationship Managers with Treasury/cash management needs and solutions.

Monitor loan maturity dates within the portfolio and recommend renewal strategy with the Relationship Manager.

Utilize bank reporting tools to ensure progress is documented and tracked, and prepare various scheduled management reports.

Support portfolio management, assist with loss prevention, identify risk and work delinquent loans up to 30 days.

Assist with projects and developing new or refining existing efficiencies and processes as required.

Review and understand credit agreements and all supporting documentation related to the relationship.

In addition to the above, the Associate may be responsible for one of the specializations below:

Direct accountability for loss prevention; determine necessary action to be taken on all loans, includes resolving marginal and delinquent loans.

Extend credit within assigned limits to commercial customers.

Interview applicants and obtain information concerning their business needs, abilities and earnings, and assess credit risk.
Review, validate and/or approve letters of credit.
Cross sell opportunities.

Coordinate all construction loan draws with clients and direct submission process with internal construction loan administration desk.

Support RMs in preparation of quarterly PLU’s.

To be successful in this role, we require the following:

The following would be a plus:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, accounting or a related field.
Industry specialization – commercial and industrial, investment real estate, agriculture, dental, veterinarian, corporate or commercial client exposure.
Financial statement review, decision and/or financial modeling experience.

First Merchants offers the following:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401k
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Vacation/Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!

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