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Underwriting Analyst @ Clearco

Canada / USARemoteFull-timePosted 226 days ago

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About this role

Clearco is the capital partner that thinks like a founder. We provide fast, flexible, and founder-first funding designed to scale with your momentum. With over $3 billion deployed to 10,000+ brands, Clearco is the only platform offering both Cash Advance and Invoice Funding in one place. Our performance-driven model delivers competitive terms, capped weekly repayments, and access to capital in as little as 24 hours. There’s no dilution, no personal guarantees, and no friction. Whether you're securing inventory, funding ads, or launching your next big product, Clearco helps you move faster with confidence.

What your day-to-day will look like:Conduct comprehensive reviews of Clearco customers to reach robust credit decisions following established risk frameworks

Perform detailed financial statement analysis to evaluate the financial health of businesses and effectively communicate findings to key stakeholders

Collaborate with the credit team to develop and refine risk frameworks and underwriting processes

Support ad-hoc requests and projects from internal stakeholders, often with time constraints

Test and validate financial metrics and ratios used in Clearco's financial statement analysis to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Maintain working knowledge of Clearco's internal financial underwriting framework, authorization limits and escalation processes

Perform KYB/KYC checks in accordance with internal compliance procedures to identify and flag business risks

Conduct regular analysis of portfolio segments to identify emerging risks and support remediation planning

Advise on process improvements and operational efficiencies within the underwriting workflow

Stay current on underwriting best practices and industry developments

You will thrive if you have:Graduated from an analytics, business, accounting, economics, or finance program

3-5 years of finance, credit underwriting, consulting, commercial banking, or analytics experience

Solid experience in financial underwriting, credit analysis, and risk management

Working knowledge of SMB credit underwriting, preferably in a commercial banking or specialty finance environment

Strong analytical abilities to break down complex problems and develop clear solutions

Experience with technical platforms such as CRMs, SQL, Tableau, or similar data analysis tools

Familiarity with e-commerce business models and key performance metrics

Excellent communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to stakeholders

Detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team framework

Experience working in fast-paced, high-performing environments

Interest in mentoring and developing junior team members

Nice to have:Previous experience with revenue-based finance, fintech, or alt finance products

Knowledge of compliance requirements related to privacy, KYC, and AML protocols

Experience with statistical analysis and report writing, particularly with e-commerce brands

Understanding of process automation and operational efficiency concepts

Customer-facing experience in a professional services context

What we're looking for:Results-oriented approach with a track record of meeting goals and deadlines

Growth mindset with eagerness to take on increasing responsibilities

Strong attention to detail while maintaining efficiency in high-volume environments

Collaborative spirit with ability to build positive relationships across teams

Adaptability to changing priorities and business needs in a dynamic fintech environment

Professional maturity to handle sensitive financial information and make sound judgments

Clearco is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. At Clearco, we're committed to developing and upholding an inclusive, transparent, and comfortable environment for all. We create a space where every voice, perspective, and idea is heard and acknowledged. We embrace differences and know that our diverse team is our strength and what drives our innovation.

Clearco is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please let us know and we'll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

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