Finance Jobs at Northwest Bank with Visa Sponsorship
Northwest Bank hires for Finance roles across areas like financial analysis, credit, compliance, and corporate banking. The company sponsors work visas for qualified candidates, making it a realistic target if you're on F-1 OPT, H-1B, or a Green Card pathway in the banking and financial services sector.
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About Northwest Sponsor Finance (NSF)
Northwest Sponsor Finance (“NSF”), a division of Northwest Bank, provides senior credit facilities to private equity backed companies in the lower middle market. NSF’s professionals have collectively completed 200+ transactions representing $1B+ in commitments. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking an Analyst/Associate/Senior Associate to join our team and help underwrite and manage sponsor backed transactions across diverse industries.
Why This Role
You’ll work side by side with senior investment professionals from first look through close—and beyond. Expect meaningful reps in diligence, underwriting, financial modeling, credit memos, and documentation, plus portfolio management including upsizes, add ons, and amendments. You’ll see the full deal lifecycle, get direct exposure to sponsors and management teams, and have a real voice in credit decisions.
Essential Functions
- Support the underwriting of credit facilities, including preparation of written documents including internal screen and other memos, term sheets and proposal letters, and credit approval presentations
- Participate in the communication with transaction stakeholders including internal management and credit partners, subordinated lenders, private equity sponsors, and company/borrower
- Prepare and manage financial models to support underwriting transactions
- Conduct industry research to supplement diligence materials and third-party reports
- Assist with the support, preparation, and presentation of monthly portfolio company reviews
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
Preferred Education and Work Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 2-6 years Due Diligence Accounting, Leveraged Finance, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Private Credit/Direct Lending
General Employee Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions
- Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or written
- Ability to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information
- Ability to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and information
- Ability to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areas
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload efficiently
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Demonstrates effective working relationship with teammates
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
This role can be based from our Columbus, Ohio, or Chicago, Illinois, hub locations.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Description
About Northwest Sponsor Finance (NSF)
Northwest Sponsor Finance (“NSF”), a division of Northwest Bank, provides senior credit facilities to private equity backed companies in the lower middle market. NSF’s professionals have collectively completed 200+ transactions representing $1B+ in commitments. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking an Analyst/Associate/Senior Associate to join our team and help underwrite and manage sponsor backed transactions across diverse industries.
Why This Role
You’ll work side by side with senior investment professionals from first look through close—and beyond. Expect meaningful reps in diligence, underwriting, financial modeling, credit memos, and documentation, plus portfolio management including upsizes, add ons, and amendments. You’ll see the full deal lifecycle, get direct exposure to sponsors and management teams, and have a real voice in credit decisions.
Essential Functions
- Support the underwriting of credit facilities, including preparation of written documents including internal screen and other memos, term sheets and proposal letters, and credit approval presentations
- Participate in the communication with transaction stakeholders including internal management and credit partners, subordinated lenders, private equity sponsors, and company/borrower
- Prepare and manage financial models to support underwriting transactions
- Conduct industry research to supplement diligence materials and third-party reports
- Assist with the support, preparation, and presentation of monthly portfolio company reviews
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
Preferred Education and Work Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 2-6 years Due Diligence Accounting, Leveraged Finance, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Private Credit/Direct Lending
General Employee Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions
- Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or written
- Ability to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information
- Ability to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and information
- Ability to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areas
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload efficiently
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Demonstrates effective working relationship with teammates
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
This role can be based from our Columbus, Ohio, or Chicago, Illinois, hub locations.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Align your credentials to banking requirements
Finance roles at Northwest Bank typically require demonstrated knowledge of financial analysis, credit risk, or regulatory compliance. A CFA, CPA, or relevant coursework in accounting or corporate finance strengthens your application before you reach the interview stage.
Target roles matching your visa category
Northwest Bank sponsors multiple visa types, but not every Finance role qualifies equally. Specialty occupation requirements under H-1B mean roles like financial analyst or credit analyst are stronger fits than broadly defined support positions.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Finance positions
Browse Finance jobs at Northwest Bank that explicitly support visa sponsorship using Migrate Mate, which filters roles by sponsorship history so you're not wasting applications on positions that won't move your case forward.
Confirm LCA filing timing with your recruiter
The H-1B process requires a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before USCIS can adjudicate your petition. Ask your recruiter early how Northwest Bank coordinates LCA filings so your start date isn't delayed by an overlooked step.
Understand PERM timelines for Green Card pathways
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship through Northwest Bank involves a PERM labor certification filed with DOL, which can take a year or more before USCIS ever sees your petition. Factor that into your long-term career planning, especially if you're from a backlogged country.
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Find Finance at Northwest Bank JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Northwest Bank sponsor H-1B visas for Finance roles?
Yes, Northwest Bank sponsors H-1B visas for Finance positions. Roles like financial analyst, credit analyst, and compliance officer tend to meet USCIS specialty occupation standards because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like finance, accounting, or economics. Confirming degree relevance to your specific role before applying is a practical first step.
How do I apply for Finance jobs at Northwest Bank?
Search Finance openings at Northwest Bank directly through their careers page or use Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles with confirmed sponsorship history so you can prioritize applications strategically. When applying, tailor your resume to banking-specific functions like credit risk, financial modeling, or regulatory reporting rather than submitting a generic finance resume.
Which visa types does Northwest Bank use for Finance hires?
Northwest Bank sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for Finance roles. TN is an option specifically for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying finance occupations under the USMCA. Green Card sponsorship through PERM typically comes after you've established yourself in a role, not at the point of hire.
What qualifications does Northwest Bank expect for Finance positions?
Most Finance roles at Northwest Bank require a bachelor's degree at minimum in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. Analytical roles often expect proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, or data tools. Compliance and risk positions may require knowledge of banking regulations. Postgraduate qualifications or credentials like a CFA are competitive differentiators for senior-level openings.
How do I manage the visa timeline when starting a Finance role at Northwest Bank?
For H-1B hires, Northwest Bank must file your petition during the April cap window for an October 1 start. That means your offer and LCA need to be in place well before April. If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, verify your OPT expiration and whether you qualify for a STEM extension to cover any gap between your OPT end date and your H-1B activation.
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