Analyst, Underwriting Small Balance Loans

ORIX Group • Irvine, CA

62d • Hybrid

About The Position

Purpose and Job Summary: The Analyst, Underwriting – SBL is responsible for processing and analytical duties in support of underwriting multifamily and commercial mortgage financing programs. The Analyst must demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and analytical ability. The Analyst must take the initiative to drive the document request, collection, and underwriting process as well as independently analyze credit and financial information to determine the degree of risk associated with the loan. While working in an independent and reliable manner, teamwork and effective communication will also be necessary for success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or Business Administration preferred.
• One to three years of commercial real estate experience required; multifamily strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of financial statement analysis, general accounting, cash flows, and mortgage interest calculations.
• Knowledge of real estate finance and/or investment real estate, including multifamily, retail, and office.
• Highly analytical thinking with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining complex work processes.
• Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Resourceful team player who excels at building trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Applicable knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Fannie Mae and/or Freddie Mac Multifamily loan programs is considered a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Underwriter during the loan underwriting process by requesting, collecting, managing required documentation: Prepare, distribute, and maintain Due Diligence Checklists and Application Workbooks, updating regularly to meet target underwriting dates.
• Collect, review, and advise the underwriting team regarding receipt and status of all underwriting documentation.
• Establish and maintain loan files.
• Retain and organize loan documentation in appropriate electronic data storage folders.
• Order and obtain professional reports and verifications from external parties.
• Inputs and analyzes data: Verify and update property operating information in the underwriting analysis workbook.
• Upon receipt of borrower/sponsor financial statements, SREO, Underwriting Certificates, credit reports, and investor database credit checks: Review and notify Underwriter of any material issues; Transfer data from reports to underwriting analysis workbook and narrative.
• Upon receipt of professional reports (e.g. appraisal, engineering, environmental assessment, seismic analysis, zoning, and market reports), transfer data into underwriting analysis workbook and narrative.
• Assists the Underwriter in the preparation and submission of loan committee presentations, including drafting sections of the underwriting narrative as assigned and preparing exhibits.
• Assists with assembling loan package and delivering to Investors after closing.
• Processes invoices for payment and prepares final accounting.
• Work professional and harmoniously with team and coworkers
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Other rewards and benefits include cash bonuses, long term incentives, health insurance, accident and life insurance, and retirement benefits.
• We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees and offer a quality, competitive benefits package that provides valuable healthcare and financial protection for our workforce, while emphasizing a healthy work/life balance.
• We want you to have the time needed to recharge and manage life with our competitive vacation policy, floating personal holidays, extensive leave options, our annual observed holidays, and more.
• ORIX USA Group is proud to offer extensive benefit programs such as: infertility coverage, adoption support, child and elder care, fully paid maternity, and generous parental leave benefits to help you and your families along the way.
• ORIX associates enjoy the advantages of our hybrid working model with a 3 day in-office minimum requirement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees