Finance Credit Policy Checklist

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The Finance Credit Policy Checklist is designed to ensure that our organization's credit policies and procedures are comprehensive, up-to-date, and aligned with industry best practices. This checklist serves as a reference guide for our finance department to maintain consistent credit practices.

Credit Policy Framework

• Our organization has a well-defined credit policy framework in place, including a documented credit policy statement.

Credit Application Process

• We have established a standardized credit application process for new clients and customers.

• The credit application form includes all necessary fields for comprehensive evaluation.

• Credit application forms are reviewed and updated regularly to capture essential information.

Credit Risk Assessment

• Our organization conducts thorough credit risk assessments for all clients and counterparties.

• We use a standardized credit risk assessment scale to categorize credit risk.

• Credit risk assessments consider factors such as financial health, liquidity, and solvency.

• The credit risk assessment process is documented and consistently followed.

Credit Limits and Terms

• Credit limits are established for each client or counterparty based on their credit risk assessment.

• Credit terms, including payment schedules and deadlines, are clearly communicated to clients.

• The finance department monitors credit limits and terms regularly and makes adjustments as needed.

Credit Monitoring

• We have a system in place for ongoing credit monitoring of existing clients and customers.

• Credit monitoring includes reviewing payment histories, financial health, and changes in credit risk.

• Early warning indicators are identified and acted upon promptly.

Credit Approval Process

• There is a defined process for credit approval, including designated individuals responsible for approvals.

• Credit approval decisions are based on credit risk assessments and comply with established policies.

• The credit approval process includes documentation of approvals and reasons for denials.

Credit Documentation

• Credit agreements and contracts with clients are documented and legally sound.

• Key terms and conditions, including interest rates and collateral requirements, are specified in credit documentation.

• Contracts are reviewed and updated as necessary to reflect changes in credit terms.

Credit Reporting and Records

• We maintain accurate records of credit assessments, approvals, denials, and credit limits.

• Credit reports and records are securely stored and easily accessible for auditing purposes.

• Documentation is retained in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Compliance with Regulations

• Our credit policies and practices comply with relevant financial regulations, including SOX, Dodd-Frank, and industry-specific regulations.

• Compliance is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in regulations.

Training and Awareness

• Staff responsible for credit-related activities receive training on credit policies and procedures.

• Awareness of the importance of credit policies and compliance is promoted within the organization.

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