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Loans Analyst Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Analyst - Loan Servicing

Johnston, IA · On-site

$58K - $68K/yr

Review boarding of new loans and prepare investor-related reports * Assist with testing of new versions of servicing software * Assist with internal and external audits and reviews * Assist with ...

This position is responsible for the review and analysis of credit and financial information as ... Review loan files to ensure they qualify within the structure, documentation, and credit quality ...

Read, analyze and interpret business and personal financial statements and federal/state tax ... Review loan files to ensure they qualify within the structure, documentation, and credit quality ...

Job Purpose:The primary role of the Credit Analyst is to provide administrative loan support for Commercial / Ag Loan Officers. In addition, this position will provide financial services to ...

Job Purpose:The primary role of the Credit Analyst is to provide administrative loan support for Commercial / Ag Loan Officers. In addition, this position will provide financial services to ...

The Credit Analyst position supports two key areas of loan function including Sales and Loan Production. This position needs to maintain a high level of accuracy in the credit process by being ...

The Credit Analyst position supports two key areas of loan function including Sales and Loan Production. This position needs to maintain a high level of accuracy in the credit process by being ...

The Credit Analyst position supports two key areas of loan function including Sales and Loan Production. This position needs to maintain a high level of accuracy in the credit process by being ...

The Credit Analyst position supports two key areas of loan function including Sales and Loan Production. This position needs to maintain a high level of accuracy in the credit process by being ...

The primary role of the Credit Analyst is to provide administrative loan support for Commercial / Ag Loan Officers. In addition, this position will provide financial services to Commercial, Ag and ...

The primary role of the Credit Analyst is to provide administrative loan support for Commercial / Ag Loan Officers. In addition, this position will provide financial services to Commercial, Ag and ...

The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing the financial data of new and existing loans and preparing credit request displays and reviews of existing credits. Education and experience preferred ...

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The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing the financial data of new and existing loans and preparing credit request displays and reviews of existing credits. Education and experience preferred ...

The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing the financial data of new and existing loans and preparing credit request displays and reviews of existing credits. Education and experience preferred ...

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The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing the financial data of new and existing loans and preparing credit request displays and reviews of existing credits. Education and experience preferred ...

The Credit Analyst is responsible for analyzing the financial data of new and existing loans and preparing credit request displays and reviews of existing credits. Education and experience preferred ...

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Loans Analyst information

What does a loans analyst do?

A loans analyst evaluates loan applications by reviewing financial documents, credit reports, and income statements to determine borrowers' creditworthiness. They analyze risk, ensure compliance with lending policies, and often use financial software to prepare reports for approval decisions. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential in this role.

What is the difference between Loans Analyst vs Credit Analyst?

AspectLoans AnalystCredit Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; certifications like CFA or CCFA are a plusSimilar credentials; often requires a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics; certifications like CFA are common
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, banks, lending companies; analyzing loan applications and riskBanks, credit bureaus, financial firms; assessing creditworthiness of individuals or companies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in lending departments to evaluate loan risks and termsUsed in credit departments to determine credit limits and risk levels

While both roles involve financial analysis and assessing risk, a Loans Analyst primarily focuses on evaluating loan applications and repayment ability, whereas a Credit Analyst assesses overall creditworthiness of clients or companies. Both roles require similar skills and credentials, but their specific focus and work environment differ slightly.

Infographic showing various Loans Analyst job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Analyst - Loan Servicing

FARMER MAC

Johnston, IA • On-site

$58K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

The Analyst - Loan Servicing is responsible for supporting agriculture loan transactions to ensure alignment with legal documents and policy. This role provides frontline service and manages relationships with attorneys, investors, field servicers, borrowers, and other agriculture loan professionals. The Analyst - Loan Servicing understands the dynamic relationships in agriculture lending among borrowers, field servicers, investors, tenants, and other related parties.
With Whom You Will Work
The position will report directly to the Manager - Closing and Servicing. The position will liaison with other members of the Operations team as well as Client Services, Farm and Ranch Credit, Business Development, and Legal departments.
Where and When You Will Work
The position will be based in the Farmer Mac Johnston, Iowa, location. Core business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Central. This position may need to be available on occasion outside of the core business hours and/or business days for planned and unplanned activities to complete time sensitive projects or to attend off-site meetings and events.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Evaluate and prepare loan recommendations to Credit Servicing on non-routine matters, including
    • Change in terms and/or maturity date
    • Collateral substitution
    • Consent
    • Death of a borrower, transfer of ownership interest
    • Loan assumption
    • Partial releases, substitution of property, condemnation, easements
    • Product conversion
    • Release of funds held in escrow for tenant improvements or holdback
    • Subordination agreement
  • Perform calculations for
    • Debt Service Payments
    • Revolver draws/paydowns
    • Early Payoffs
    • Default
    • Maturity
  • Answer calls and email from borrowers or field servicers promptly
  • Is responsible for annual certification and taxes, insurance, and UCC with field servicers
  • Work closely with Legal and make recommendations on borrower situations (e.g., change in guarantor) to ensure alignment with all loan documents and policy expectations
  • Oversee collection of payments, future loan maturities, and delinquent loans
  • Complete changes due to service actions on loans in the servicing software to ensure maximum utilization is achieved for billing and reporting
  • Maintain loan files with documentation of items that occur after loan closing
  • Review boarding of new loans and prepare investor-related reports
  • Assist with testing of new versions of servicing software
  • Assist with internal and external audits and reviews
  • Assist with training and staff development, monitoring workloads and job priorities for the servicing area. Participate in the formulation of policy and procedures
  • Provide back-up to colleagues in Loan Closing and Servicing team
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience in customer service
  • Ability to perform loan-related calculations
  • Outstanding knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Organized with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Reliable and professional
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while providing strong attention to detail
  • Knowledge of the following documents
    • Legal
    • Closing
    • Appraisals
    • Environmental
  • Knowledge of loan modification process is preferred

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree with paralegal certification (preferred) plus 3 years commercial or agriculture mortgage servicing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with taxes, insurance, and UCC verification is preferred.

Our compensation philosophy is targeted pay positioning relative to peers, our industry, and external markets. Farmer Mac is committed to a compensation program that will enable the organization to attract, motivate, reward, and retain highly skilled and creative talent to maintain sustained long-term performance and achieve the organization’s strategic business objectives. The typical base pay range for this role is $58,000 to $68,000 per year. Compensation will vary based on experience and geographic work location.