Underwriter

Atlantic Coast Mortgage; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mortgage company seeks to hire a skilled mortgage underwriter in Fairfax, Virginia. You will be responsible for underwriting FHA, VA, and conventional loan applications ensuring complete compliance with company policies and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have an FHA DE designation, experience with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac systems, and excellent communication skills. This role requires the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple transactions efficiently while providing exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge of federal and state guidelines.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and government regulations.
• Strong understanding of operational responsibilities in mortgage underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Underwrites FHA/VA and Conventional loan applications while adhering to standards.
• Analyzes mortgage loan files to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Evaluates loan applications for soundness, risk issues, and documentation completeness.

Skills

FHA DE Designation (CHUMS#)

VA SAR/LAP

USDA/VHDA experience

Experience with Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter

Experience with Freddie Mac Loan Prospector

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Job description

Our team is redefining the industry – and creating a culture of excellence.

Founded in 2011, Atlantic Coast Mortgage embodies a people-first culture rooted in commitment, character, and innovation. What began as a small team has grown into a thriving organization where our people remain the driving force behind our mission to redefine the mortgage industry. We believe individuals do their best work in an environment designed for success—and we’re proud to be recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace. As we continue to grow, we’re not just hiring employees—we’re looking for driven, energetic, and creative problem-solvers. If that sounds like you, and you're ready to build your career with a company committed to making meaningful change in our industry, we’d love to connect.

Job Responsibilities:

• Underwrites FHA/VA and Conventional loan applications ensuring adherence to Company and investor credit quality standards
• Maintain ACM mandated turn times for new reviews and conditions
• Analyzes mortgage loan files, which includes customer’s application, income documentation, appraisal and title reports, to ensure compliance with the company's policies, as well as, state and federal regulations
• Analyzes loan attributes and documentation for soundness and accuracy
• Analyzes loan applications to identify any risk issues
• Evaluates overall income, credit and equity of each loan application
• Ensures all required documentation have been received and completed for the loan process approval
• Determines the amount of loan to be approved when all criteria for underwriting have been met. Makes recommendation for loan approval
• Supports Loan Officers during the qualification process and for turndown decisions.
• Provides support to Loan Officers and Processors regarding questions and/or clarification of inquiries, loan files, and underwriting guidelines
• Ensures timely review and follow-up steps in order to meet and exceed customer’s expectations
• Keeps up-to-date on investor and regulatory policies, procedures and changes that affect mortgage underwriting
• Communicates with team members and management on outstanding requirements and conditions, as well as, the status of each loan application
• Analyzes appraisals (including FHA, under DE program, SAR under VA program and Portfolio Jumbo). Reviews the fee appraiser’s reports for completeness and conformity with industry-accepted appraisal practices and techniques as well as all other Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Veterans Administration (VA) requirements. Determines the reasonable value of the property and any conditions which must be met prior to VA guaranty of the loan
• Knowledge of FHA Streamline and VA IRRLS
• The candidate should be oriented toward a deal driven environment and capable of managing multiple transactions simultaneously under tight time pressure. Has thorough knowledge of all GSE underwriting requirements
• Possesses strong understanding of the operational responsibilities involved in the purchase and transfer of whole loan assets as it pertains to credit quality
• Skilled in negotiating issues and resolving problems
• Skilled in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening, and presenting findings and recommendations
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment

Qualifications:

• FHA DE Designation (CHUMS#)
• VA SAR/LAP
• USDA/VHDA experience
• Experience working with Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter and Freddie Mac Loan Prospector
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all federal and state guidelines
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and government regulations
• Superior internal and external customer service skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and be a team player