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Credit and Porfolio Analyst

Vaco
$25.00 - $35.00 / hr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Duluth
Jun 23, 2026
Overview We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Credit Portfolio Analyst to support portfolio management, credit analysis, and investment strategy initiatives. This role will play a critical part in monitoring portfolio performance, conducting financial analysis, and delivering insights that inform investment decisions and support investor reporting. This will be a LONG-TERM Contract role!! (5 days IN-Office) Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Credit Monitoring Monitor portfolio performance and credit risk, including identifying early indicators of underperformance. Support timely escalation of credit concerns and assist in restructuring or modification efforts as needed. Financial & Performance Analysis Conduct detailed financial statement analysis to assess borrower performance and business risk. Perform portfolio tracking, benchmarking, and comparative analyses to support internal decision-making and external investor reporting. Investment Committee Support Develop insights, analysis, and strategic recommendations for presentation to the Investment Committee. Fundraising & Portfolio Strategy Assist with fundraising initiatives and contribute to portfolio strategy across various fund vehicles and structured products. Loan Valuation Act as an active member of the loan valuation team, coordinating with third-party vendors to ensure accurate and timely pricing for a portfolio of 100+ loans. Data & Process Improvement Identify data quality gaps and inefficiencies, recommending and implementing process improvements to reduce manual rework. Support automation initiatives, including the use of emerging technologies and AI tools to streamline workflows. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Portfolio Management, Investment, Operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure efficient portfolio workflows and clear ownership of deliverables. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree required; Finance or Accounting preferred with a strong academic record. 1-3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, credit analysis, or related roles. Demonstrated ability to interpret financial statements and evaluate business and credit risk. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly synthesize complex information. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Preferred Qualifications Experience in portfolio management, accounting, investment operations, or related fields. Familiarity with loan valuation processes and third-party pricing coordination. Interest in and comfort with emerging technologies, including AI and automation tools. Key Attributes Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adaptable with a "startup" mindset and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities. Proactive and entrepreneurial, with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.