LOAN INPUT SPECIALIST, I

The Callaway Bank; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Callaway Bank is seeking a Loan Input Specialist I to accurately onboard newly closed loans into the core servicing system. This role reviews loan documents, validates terms, enters data, and ensures proper setup for servicing.

It emphasizes data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely handling of discrepancies in a fast-paced banking environment. Ideal candidates will have attention to detail, familiarity with loan products, and strong communication skills to support lenders and credit

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years in banking, loan operations, or loan processing preferred.
• Ability to interpret loan documents and identify key terms.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of loan servicing concepts and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review closed loan packages and ensure completeness before input.
• Enter and maintain loan data in the core servicing system.
• Compare documentation to system records and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle loan funding and disbursement activities.
• Perform quality control on entered data for regulatory compliance.
• Monitor exception reports and correct setup errors promptly.
• Serve as a resource to lenders and bank staff on input requirements.
• Support additional departmental and bank needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Banking knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Outlook

Job description

SUMMARY

The Loan Input Specialist I, is responsible for accurately onboarding newly closed loans into the bank's core loan servicing system. This role reviews executed loan documentation, validates key loan terms, enters loan information into applicable systems, and ensures loans are correctly established for servicing. The position serves as a critical quality control function, ensuring data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity before loans become active within the servicing portfolio.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review closed loan packages and all supporting documentation to ensure completeness prior to loan input into our core system.

• Accurately enter and maintain loan data within the core loan servicing system and digital filing system.

• Compare loan documentation to system records & resolve discrepancies prior to booking.

• Responsible for loan funding & disbursement activities.

• Perform quality control reviews of entered loan data to maintain a high level of accuracy. And ensure loan data input complies with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures.

• Monitor exception reports and correct loan setup errors in a timely manner.

• Serve as a resource to lenders, credit administration, loan assistants, and any other bank staff regarding loan input related requirements. This includes responding timely to all internal and external inquiries regarding loan input status and documentation.

• Support any additional departmental and/or bank needs as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 1-2 years of experience in banking, loan operations, loan servicing, or loan processing experience, and general understanding of loan transactions preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Understanding of consumer, commercial, agricultural, and/or mortgage loan products preferred. Including the ability to interpret loan documents and identify key loan terms.

• Knowledge of loan servicing concepts & loan processes.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills. Including an ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong written & verbal communication skills.

• Ability to analyze & resolve discrepancies independently.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, SharePoint and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.

• Ability to occasionally lift and move files and boxes up to 25 lbs.

• Ability to perform repetitive keyboard and data entry tasks.

• Ability to be productive in an office environment with moderate noise levels.

The Callaway Bank is an Affidforative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Vet/Disabled. The Callaway Bank recommends the National Career Readiness Certificate.