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Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decisionmaking.


Sample of reported job titles: Credit Administrator, Credit Analyst, Credit and Collections Analyst, Credit Officer, Credit Representative, Credit Risk Analyst, Municipal Fixed Income Analyst


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Tasks

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  • Analyze credit data and financial statements to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Complete loan applications, including credit analyses and summaries of loan requests, and submit to loan committees for approval.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Generate financial ratios, using computer programs, to evaluate customers’ financial status.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Prepare reports that include the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Analyze financial data, such as income growth, quality of management, and market share to determine expected profitability of loans.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Compare liquidity, profitability, and credit histories of establishments being evaluated with those of similar establishments in the same industries and geographic locations.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Consult with customers to resolve complaints and verify financial and credit transactions.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Contact customers to collect payments on delinquent accounts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Evaluate customer records and recommend payment plans, based on earnings, savings data, payment history, and purchase activity.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Review individual or commercial customer files to identify and select delinquent accounts for collection.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Confer with credit association and other business representatives to exchange credit information.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Analytical or scientific software — SAS Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Business intelligence and data analysis software — Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Content workflow software — Equifax Application Engine; Experian Transact SMSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft SQL Server Hot technology ; Structured query language SQL Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Development environment software — Microsoft Visual Basic Hot technology ; Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Document management software — Credit adjudication and lending management system CALMSSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software Hot technology — Microsoft Dynamics Hot technology ; Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Hot technology ; SAP Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Financial analysis software — CGI-AMS Strata; Experian Quest; Fair Isaac Capstone Decision Manager; Moody’s KMV Risk Advisor (see all 21 examples)See more occupations related to this technology.
  • Information retrieval or search software — CGI-AMS BureauLink EnterpriseSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Experian Strategy Management; Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Time Management — Managing one’s own time and the time of others.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Analyze business or financial data.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assess risks to business operations.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare contracts or other transaction documents.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Calculate data to inform organizational operations.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Analyze market conditions or trends.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Collect payments for goods or services.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Advise others on financial matters.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Assess financial status of clients.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Examine financial records.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Correspond with customers to answer questions or resolve complaints.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Confer with others about financial matters.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • Electronic Mail — 100% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — 100% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Sitting — 85% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 79% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Telephone — 68% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 60% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 60% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 70% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — 50% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Letters and Memos — 53% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work Week — 50% responded “More than 40 hours.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 35% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 40% responded “Contact with others most of the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 40% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 39% responded “Very important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 40% responded “Important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 60% responded “Moderately competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — 30% responded “More than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Education Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor’s degree, but some do not.
Related Experience A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Job Zone Examples Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators.
SVP Range (7.0 to < 8.0)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
95   Bachelor’s degree
5   Master’s degree

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Credentials

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Interests

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  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.See more occupations related to this work value.

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