SBL Closing Specialist III

First Merchants Bank; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

First Merchants Bank in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking an experienced SBL Closing Specialist III to manage the SBA loan closing process from approval to funding. You will lead, coach and mentor staff, develop closing protocols, and ensure strict SBA and internal compliance while handling multiple loan files in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires building strong relationships with customers and third parties, ordering appraisals and title work, and preparing closing documents in LaserPro

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or relevant field.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Demonstrated management, leadership and coaching skills.
• LaserPro experience.
• Flexibility and adaptability/collaboration skills.
• Excellent listening skills and coachability.
• An ability to problem-solve and think proactively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Strong Critical thinking, problem solving, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple loan submissions/tasks in various stages simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of the closing process from approval through funding.
• Organize files and prepare the closing checklist based on loan type.
• Order appraisals, environmental, valuations and title work.
• Review closing docs and prepare loan closing documents in LaserPro.
• Coach, mentor and develop staff; assist with procedures and protocols.
• Ensure compliance with SBA and internal bank requirements.
• Review UCC filings and perfect bank lien positions; manage deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Adaptability

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LaserPro

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Merchants is seeking an SBL Closing Specialist III to join our team! This position is responsible for all aspects of the closing process from approval through funding while maintaining accurate and complete files that meets all SBA and internal bank requirements. This role will manage, coach, mentor and develop staff while also serving as the lead trainer and protocol developer as needed.

As part of this role you will:

• Intermediate knowledge of SBA SOP
• Knowledge and understanding of Bank Loan Closing Process
• Responsible for being compliant with all regulations and compliance requirements pertaining to job function.
• Organize files in accordance with the file folder hierarchy
• Conduct communication with customers and applicable third parties to facilitate the gathering and synthesis of all relevant and necessary information
• Analyzes the file and prepares the closing checklist based upon the loan approval and loan type
• Run and review all relevant third-party reports and search for available data on public websites as necessary to support the loan presentation including OFAC, SAMS, CAVIRS
• Orders appraisal, environmental, business valuations, and equipment appraisals
• Orders title work for real estate property from the Title Company
• Review closing documentation such as Articles, Operating Agreement, and Business Licenses
• Prepares IRS 8821 Forms and orders tax transcripts from the IRS
• Reviews insurance certificates for bank and SBA
• Orders flood determinations, lien, judgement and suit searches
• Prepares loan closing documents in LaserPro
• Effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines, dealing with multiple loan requests simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment.
• Maintain a superior level of customer service with both external and internal customer and favorably represent the Bank to such customers
• Upon receipt of a loan package, will review, analyze, and determine closing requirements
• Review and provide initial feedback to Underwriter on documents such as purchase agreements and leases
• Files UCC to perfect bank's lien position on business asset collateral
• Review of Title Commitment and Closing Statement
• Regularly completes all loan file due diligence
• Assists other team members with pre-close file reviews
• Ability to determine what is required to perfect security interest in collateral and determine when loan is ready to close
• Negotiate Landlord Waivers while meeting SBA requirements and maintain collateral security for the bank
• Works on larger/more complex loans
• Manages, coaches, mentors, and develops assigned staff
• Assists with developing department procedures and protocols
• Carry out such other duties as may be assigned or requested

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or relevant field
• 7+ years of related experience
• Demonstrated management, leadership and coaching skills
• LaserPro experience
• Flexibility and adaptability/collaboration skills
• Excellent listening skills and coachability
• An ability to problem-solve and think proactively
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel
• Strong Critical thinking, problem solving, and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple loan submissions/tasks in various stages simultaneously

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

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