Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Underwriter II within PNC's Tax Credit organization, you will be based in Louisville, Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Portland, Pittsburgh or Grand Rapids. Other locations within PNC's footprint will be considered.

This position is for an underwriter for equity investments in Low Income Housing Tax Credit transactions. Knowledge of, or experience in, the LIHTC field is a plus, but not a requirement. This role initially is to support the lead underwriter while you learn this very complex business. Initial responsibilities include tracking due diligence, ordering and reviewing third-party reports, spreading and analyzing financial statements, conducting operating expense analyses, completing the market section summary of the approval package, and other sections, as assigned. In addition, you will assist the lead underwriter in navigating PNC’s internal processes and procedures. With more experience, you will take on more responsibility and eventually your own deals. This will entail leading all aspects of the transaction, including running the financial models, negotiating the partnership agreement and loan documents, running the weekly calls with the development team and attorneys, reviewing all documentation relating to the transaction and identifying, understanding and mitigating any risks, and presenting the deal at committee, etc. Successful candidates are organized, detail-oriented, can communicate clearly both in writing and verbally, and take ownership.

Job Description

• Works under limited supervision or independently. Using independent judgment to identify risks and mitigants, prepares and effectively recommends loan offerings based on scorecards, such as risk ratings, by analyzing credit, collateral strength and financial worthiness of loan/transaction parties and also may have limited approval and/or exception authority. Prepares offerings for specific transactions or in management of a portfolio as assigned and interacts with internal/external customers. May provide recommendations for credit structuring.
• Using independent judgment to identify risks and mitigants, prepares and effectively recommends loan offerings based on scorecards, such as risk ratings, by analyzing credit, collateral strength and financial worthiness of loan/transaction parties. If relevant, performs ongoing credit risk management for assigned portfolio.
• Contacts internal/external customers and other parties as appropriate to gather information and to clarify inconsistent, incorrect or missing information. May perform relevant pre-approval and post-approval activities.
• Performs or assists with the identification and/or confirmation of all external regulatory requirements. Ensures internal policies/procedures are followed.
• Makes recommendations on credit decisions or makes credit decisions directly, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of IRS Code Section 42 and 47, equity structures and documentation, market research (including onsite inspections and market comp analysis), and 3rd party or external guidelines.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required <