Forward Funding

www.forwardfunding.ca

1 Job

12 Employees

About the Company

Forward Funding is a leading Financial Technology company based out of Montreal, Quebec. We're driven by the idea of helping Canadian businesses grow their sales and access financing to facilitate growth and success in a simple and easy to navigate process. In the emerging FinTech industry, we distinguish ourselves by delivering the highest approval rates and the highest funding amounts. Our goal is to provide your business the best financing solution. Forward Funding offers a wide range of financing programs, and in addition to advances and term loans we also offer supplemental funding to our customers for maximal growth potential. Our online team of financial experts is always ready and available to help you throughout the entire process.

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Company Name: Forward Funding
Job Title: Underwriter
Job Description: Job Title: Underwriter Role Summary: Senior underwriting professional responsible for evaluating, structuring, and approving merchant lending deals in a fast‑paced financial services environment. Drives credit decisions that impact company growth and client success while maintaining compliance and speed. Expectations: - 5+ years of underwriting experience in small‑business or fintech lending. - Independently manage high‑volume deal flow, delivering timely, accurate credit decisions. - Serve as the primary contact for merchants, ensuring a clear, transparent underwriting journey. - Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes. Key Responsibilities: 1. Review merchant applications, financial statements, bank statements, and cash‑flow reports to assess risk. 2. Structure loan offers—term, pricing, repayment schedules—to balance risk with opportunity. 3. Engage merchants throughout the underwriting process, providing guidance and updates. 4. Ensure all deals comply with company policies, risk guidelines, and regulatory requirements. 5. Monitor industry trends and incorporate insights into underwriting strategies. Required Skills: - Advanced financial statement analysis and cash‑flow interpretation. - Credit analysis, risk assessment, and deal structuring expertise. - Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities with attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication; negotiation and stakeholder management. - Ability to handle high‑volume transactions independently and efficiently. - Proficiency with underwriting software and data‑analysis tools. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or related field. - Certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, or relevant underwriting credentials) are a plus but not mandatory.