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Credit Analyst roles at U.S. banks, credit unions, and financial institutions qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, permanently anchoring your status rather than cycling through annual visa renewals. Financial services firms with active PERM histories are your strongest sponsorship targets.
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Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with \~$100B in assets operating through eight brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. With a leading market share in small and middle-market banking, the Bank’s 500+ client managers and 200+ wealth advisors maintain vigorous client development strategies that feed into Zions Capital Markets. California Bank & Trust, an affiliate of Zions Bancorporation, complements this strength by delivering relationship-centered banking in California while supporting clients across the broader Zions Bancorporation footprint, including Colorado, and leveraging the firm’s multi-state capabilities, resources, and award-winning client satisfaction. This role will report into the California Bank & Trust Affiliate.
We are looking for an Affordable Housing Credit Analyst to provide top notch customer service to our clients and customers in Denver, CO. If you are passionate about being part of a community, being a team player, and helping others reach their financial goals, then we are interested in speaking with you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conducts credit investigations and analyzes credit information pertaining to loans.
- Investigates all available sources of credit and financial information, including reporting services, credit bureaus, other companies, main office files, and branches.
- Analyzes financial statements and related material.
- Analyzes financial conditions and trends.
- Reviews and reports non-compliance with loan covenants.
- Determines cash flow using appropriate tax analysis.
- Prepares summaries, presents facts, and offers opinions concerning creditworthiness.
- Provides credit information and references for customers, loan officers, or other agencies as requested.
- May provide rates and loan information to clients.
- Ensures that all credit files include proper documentation including current financial statements, agency reports, etc.
- Maintains control over current accounts, noting payment progress, watching for any developing problems, and keeping loan officers informed.
- Writes credit memorandums.
- Accompanies lenders on business calls.
- Conducts industry research.
- Assists with special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor's and 2+ years of credit analysis experience, lending/credit procedures and processes or other directly related experience. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements.
- Working knowledge of financial and spread analysis and credit/lending procedures for moderately complex loans.
- Full use and application of commercial credit principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
- Ability to work with lending officers and staff.
- Solid communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to make sound decisions regarding loans.
- Solid PC skills are required.
COMPENSATION:
This position is eligible to earn an hourly wage in the range of $37.98hr - $43.00hr, depending on job-related factors such as experience level and location. This position is in-office and does not offer a remote or hybrid schedule.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
- Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Paternal Leave, and Adoption Assistance
- Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
- Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
- Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
- Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
- Employee Ambassador preferred banking products
INTRODUCTION
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with \~$100B in assets operating through eight brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. With a leading market share in small and middle-market banking, the Bank’s 500+ client managers and 200+ wealth advisors maintain vigorous client development strategies that feed into Zions Capital Markets. California Bank & Trust, an affiliate of Zions Bancorporation, complements this strength by delivering relationship-centered banking in California while supporting clients across the broader Zions Bancorporation footprint, including Colorado, and leveraging the firm’s multi-state capabilities, resources, and award-winning client satisfaction. This role will report into the California Bank & Trust Affiliate.
We are looking for an Affordable Housing Credit Analyst to provide top notch customer service to our clients and customers in Denver, CO. If you are passionate about being part of a community, being a team player, and helping others reach their financial goals, then we are interested in speaking with you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conducts credit investigations and analyzes credit information pertaining to loans.
- Investigates all available sources of credit and financial information, including reporting services, credit bureaus, other companies, main office files, and branches.
- Analyzes financial statements and related material.
- Analyzes financial conditions and trends.
- Reviews and reports non-compliance with loan covenants.
- Determines cash flow using appropriate tax analysis.
- Prepares summaries, presents facts, and offers opinions concerning creditworthiness.
- Provides credit information and references for customers, loan officers, or other agencies as requested.
- May provide rates and loan information to clients.
- Ensures that all credit files include proper documentation including current financial statements, agency reports, etc.
- Maintains control over current accounts, noting payment progress, watching for any developing problems, and keeping loan officers informed.
- Writes credit memorandums.
- Accompanies lenders on business calls.
- Conducts industry research.
- Assists with special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor's and 2+ years of credit analysis experience, lending/credit procedures and processes or other directly related experience. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements.
- Working knowledge of financial and spread analysis and credit/lending procedures for moderately complex loans.
- Full use and application of commercial credit principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
- Ability to work with lending officers and staff.
- Solid communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to make sound decisions regarding loans.
- Solid PC skills are required.
COMPENSATION:
This position is eligible to earn an hourly wage in the range of $37.98hr - $43.00hr, depending on job-related factors such as experience level and location. This position is in-office and does not offer a remote or hybrid schedule.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
- Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Paternal Leave, and Adoption Assistance
- Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
- Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
- Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
- Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
- Employee Ambassador preferred banking products
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Credit Analyst
Document your financial credentials before applying
Gather transcripts, CFA or CPA certifications, and translated degree equivalency evaluations early. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the job requirements, and gaps in credential documentation are a common cause of delays.
Target banks with active PERM filing histories
Regional banks, commercial lenders, and credit rating firms that have filed PERM applications for Credit Analyst roles before are far more likely to sponsor again. Filter employers by prior PERM activity using DOL disclosure data rather than relying on job posting language alone.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 classification for your background
A master's degree in finance or economics typically supports EB-2 classification, which can shorten your priority date wait for most countries. A bachelor's degree with several years of credit analysis experience usually qualifies under EB-3 as a skilled worker.
Search for green card sponsoring roles through Migrate Mate
Filter Credit Analyst positions by employers with verified PERM sponsorship histories using Migrate Mate. This cuts time spent cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored, focusing your search on employers already familiar with the PERM filing process.
Negotiate PERM filing timing before accepting an offer
Ask your employer when they plan to initiate the PERM process after your start date. Some employers wait 12 months before filing; others begin sooner. Getting clarity on this timeline before you sign protects you from unexpectedly long waits before your green card case is even open.
Confirm the prevailing wage before your employer files the LCA
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your Credit Analyst role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up wage levels for your SOC code before your offer is finalized, so there are no surprises when USCIS reviews the I-140 petition.
Green Card Credit Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Credit Analyst roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your education. If you hold a master's degree in finance, economics, or a closely related field, your employer can sponsor you under EB-2. A bachelor's degree with substantial credit analysis experience typically qualifies under EB-3 as a skilled worker. The degree field and job duties both factor into which category your employer files under, so confirm the classification with your employer before PERM begins.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Credit Analyst roles?
H-1B visa is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, meaning your authorization can run out and isn't guaranteed year to year. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no lottery, no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, and leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable nonimmigrant status. The tradeoff is timeline: the PERM process typically takes one to three years before you receive your green card, compared to H-1B approval in a few months.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Credit Analyst position?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL, demonstrating through a regulated recruitment process that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. This recruitment phase usually takes three to six months. If DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Once that's approved and your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status or apply for an immigrant visa at a U.S. consulate.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor green cards for Credit Analysts?
Use Migrate Mate to search Credit Analyst roles filtered by employers with documented PERM sponsorship histories. Regional and national banks, commercial lending institutions, and credit rating agencies tend to sponsor most frequently. Employers that have already navigated the PERM process for similar roles are more likely to have internal HR infrastructure in place, which speeds up your own case and reduces the risk of the employer withdrawing support mid-process.
Can I change employers after my employer files my PERM application?
Switching employers before your I-140 is approved restarts the entire PERM process with your new employer. After your I-140 is approved and your priority date has been pending for 180 days or more, portability rules under AC21 allow you to move to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date, provided your adjustment of status application is already pending.