SBA Loan Closer

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ConnectOne Bank proves that putting people first is a better way to do business. At ConnectOne, we’re builders — of businesses, communities, and equity. Most importantly, we’re building opportunities. Our mission is to ensure our employees feel empowered to make important decisions, reach their potential and truly make an impact.

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About this role:

The SBA Loan Closer will support the bank's SBA program by handling the necessary transactions needed to close and book approved SBA loans in accordance with the Bank’s policies and procedures, the SBA SOP and the SBA Loan Authorization.

In this role you will:

• Support the Bank’s “client first” focus and rules of engagement—maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB “A Better Place to Be”;
• Administer loans from origination through settlement and full funding in accordance with Bank policies, procedures, the SBA SOP, the SBA Loan Authorization and other pertinent regulatory requirements.
• Analyze internal bank loan approvals to determine required due diligence and documentation for each loan transaction;
• Collect, audit, and examine all documents essential for loan closing, not limited to tracking, engaging and confirming compliance of all third-party reports, e.g., real estate appraisals, environmental reports, business valuations, franchise reports and agreements, flood certification and UCC searches, filings, title reports, etc.
• Ensure all collateral evaluations are ordered and reviewing of same to clear issues;
• Review and ensure all required insurance, including flood, is sufficient and in compliance with regulations;
• Prepare internal pre-closing and post-closing checklist;
• Package application information to prepare SBA Loan Submission to obtain SBA loan approval
• Track and fund Guarantee Fee to meet SBA requirements
• Act as liaison with lender, bank counsel and title companies;
• Review loan documentation to ensure compliance with loan approval and policy and ensure that all standard provisions are included and are not compromised;
• Coordinate receipt of closing requirements with internal departments, lender, bank counsel, borrower, and borrower’s counsel;
• Confirm that all conditions within the approval have been met and scheduling closing;
• Account for all fees and charges due within each loan file to minimize loss or missed fee reimbursement.
• Prepare booking sheet and reviewing loan after it is booked into the system of record;
• Ensure that all loans are closed without material, administrative or compliance exceptions;
• Follow up and clearing loan documentation exceptions, approved post-closing documentation, and filed and recorded documents.
• Maintain pipeline and process approved loans in a timely manner;
• Ensure that all communications with clients are positive. Escalate any issues as needed to the appropriate party and taking ownership and following up as necessary until conclusion.
• Process and review administrative actions for existing loans including loan modifications, collateral changes, and E-Tran updates.
• Assist with multi-disbursement loan advances, obtain all supporting documentation necessary to maintain SBA compliance with disbursements, and process disbursements of loan proceeds

Must haves:

• Knowledge of SBA loan closing and documentation procedures;
• Knowledge of commercial loan documentation procedures, title policies, appraisals, environmental assessments and entity formation documents;
• Knowledge of various federal regulations including Bank Secrecy Act, Community Reinvestment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Right to Financial Privacy Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Regulation E and US PATRIOT Act.
• Knowledge of processing underwriting and/or closing procedures/federal lending regulations governing real estate lending.
• Excellent communications, planning, customer service, organization and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with customers, bank attorneys and bank personnel.
• Thorough understanding of SBA Standard Operating Procedure.
• Five plus years of experience as SBA Loan Closer.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience closing SBA 7a Loans nationwide.
• Paralegal Certificate or 2 year Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies

Additional information

Benefits:

• World class health, vision, and dental benefits on day one
• 401k with employer match
• Hybrid work from home (depending on role)
• Employee appreciation events (team building, softball games, food truck days, etc..)
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Wellness programs (flu shot, preventive care, health programs and services discounts, etc..)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Discount perks
• CNOB Community Service Events

….and much, much more!

Studies have shown that individuals from underrepresented groups, may only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Roles evolve over time, especially with innovation, and you may be just the person we need. We hope you're open to learning new skills and growing with us. We encourage you to apply to continue making us “a better place to be!”

ConnectOne Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

ConnectOne Bank also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition.