Credit Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Proterra is an alternative investment manager focused on private debt and private equity investments across the food and agriculture sectors, as well as real estate asset management. Headquartered in Minnesota, Proterra maintains field offices in Arkansas, London, Shanghai and Singapore.

Proterra’s Credit strategy specializes in direct lending to middle-market food and agribusiness companies across the United States. Our Credit platform provides flexible, time-sensitive financing solutions to vertically integrated companies, processors and branded food companies.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a Credit Analyst to support the Credit investment and origination teams. This position will provide support with company research analysis, diligence and modeling. Responsibilities will comprise the following broad areas:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct financial analyses in support of fund financings (including building models, analysing financial statements, loan structuring, and evaluating expected investment returns);

• Develop credit memos that include company analysis, credit scoring, collateral assessment, and investment rationale;

• Research and compile borrower-specific and industry data;

• Support transaction due diligence and loan closing processes;

• Assist with loan syndication, investment valuation, and periodic credit reviews;

• Monitor loan performance including covenant compliance;

• Work with team members to support existing and prospective investors; and

• Special projects as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree preferably in accounting, finance, economics, or other quantitative field;

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience within the banking or private credit industry;

• Understanding of financial concepts, valuation, and accounting;

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex data to drive decision making;

• Outstanding interpersonal skills;

• Effective verbal and written communicator (including technical report writing skills);

• Strong financial analysis skills with proven, financial modeling experience in Excel;

• Ability to meet challenging deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy;

• Applicants must be presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer; and

• Position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of key credit documentation, lending structures and deal terms.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The expected annual base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $135,000 USD and a discretionary bonus target range of 10-30%. Within the range, individual pay is determined by various factors including but not limited to education, job-related skills and experience. This role is also eligible for other forms of benefits, such as healthcare plan, 401(k) matching program, and flexible paid time off.

Proterra is an equal employment opportunity employer