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Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank . We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.
Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.
The Wholesale Banking Loan Closer coordinates, prepares loan documentation and reviews complex high dollar commercial loan transactions, ensuring accuracy and meeting requirements of loan approval, policy, regulations, and laws. The Wholesale Banking Loan Closer reports any approval exceptions to the appropriate parties, escalates potential risk, and resolves exception items.
The Wholesale Banking Loan Closer coordinates, prepares loan documentation and reviews complex high dollar commercial loan transactions, ensuring accuracy and meeting requirements of loan approval, policy, regulations, and laws. The Wholesale Banking Loan Closer reports any approval exceptions to the appropriate parties, escalates potential risk, and resolves exception items.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:
Facilitates the closing of multiple large dollar, complex commercial loans simultaneously,
Reviews loan type, approval terms and conditions, bank policy and regulations to determine closing requirements and develop a due diligence/closing checklist.
Performs due diligence activities for a wide-range of commercial loans applying specialized knowledge to analyze complex requirements and effectively administer pre-closing activities.
Prepares loan documentation on the bank's documentation system, ensuring that documents are prepared accurately with proper terms and conditions as outlined in the loan approval and within standards/requirements.
Reviews legal closing documents for accuracy against loan approval and credit write ups.
Effectively manages a large pipeline of loans at different stages of the closing process managing workflow and deadlines.
Identifies and obtains all necessary third-party reports which may include title, surveys, entity documents, flood determinations, and UCC searches.
Reviews all reports and documents for accuracy and sufficiency according to bank policy and regulatory requirements.
Identifies discrepancies and issues, facilitates resolution, and takes corrective action.
Acts as a liaison with attorneys, third party vendors, and customers.
Executes timely follow up and management of all closing requirements and monitors to ensure deadlines are met.
Responsible for ongoing communication with lender and borrower on the status of specific loan requests.
Processes disbursement of loan proceeds.
Maintains and updates electronic checklists to ensure all diligence items are addressed.
Manage electronic file organization for all commercial loan files.
Meets the Commercial Hubs Standard Service Level Agreements and Quality Control objectives.
Provides instructions, guidance and requests to stakeholders ensuring clear, professional communication and efficient processing.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
Advanced knowledge of commercial loan documentation and various loan structures such as commercial real estate, asset based lending, general C&I lending, and various complex non-real estate transactions.
Advanced knowledge of due diligence requirements related to complex loan transactions including but not limited to corporate documentation, leases, subordination agreements, property management agreements, borrowing bases, and titles.
Stays current on applicable banking regulations and security procedures and practices to prevent fraud or other bank losses and to comply with regulatory requirements.
Advanced skills in computer and Microsoft Office.
Able to effectively and persuasively express self, using language and grammar in a professional manner.
Able to plan, schedule and organize professional schedule to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
Able to provide a high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
Able to analyze and record detailed information and produce accurate, high quality work products.
Able to research, analyze, identify viable options, draw sound conclusions, and present findings.
Thorough knowledge of financial covenants, business entities, standard and non-standard loan products.
Thorough knowledge of commercial loan compliance policy and closing processes.
Able to manage and organize a high volume of documents.
Able to read, analyze and interpret complex commercial loan documents.
Able to perform accurate calculations and transactions.
Critical thinking and analytical skills required to review all transaction processing (file maintenance).
Industry and Work Experience:
3 or more years of experience as a Wholesale Banking Loan Closer or related role required.
Experience using relevant banking and document storage software applications required.
Academic:
High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Benefits Available to Employees:
Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage Long-Term Disability Coverage Paid Sick and Vacation Leave 11 Holidays
Volunteer/Service Day
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Advocacy Program
Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
AT&T Employee Discount
Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards
Employee Referral Incentive
Education Assistance
Employee Resource Groups
Banking Advantages for Employees:
In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.
Free Interest Checking
Free Safe Deposit Box
Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks
Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment
Employee Banking Perks
Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
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