Loan Operations Manager

Loan Operations Manager

Location: Atlanta, GA (Buckhead)

Peachtree Group is a diversified commercial real estate investment firm with a multibillion-dollar portfolio spanning hospitality, commercial lending, multifamily, and other real estate investment strategies. We are committed to delivering exceptional investment performance through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture. As we continue to grow, we are seeking talented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Peachtree Group is seeking an experienced Loan Operations Manager to oversee the operational management of our loan portfolio while leading a high-performing team responsible for cash management, loan servicing operations, and investor distributions. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of loan-level cash flows, leverage payments, escrow management, and reporting across the firm's debt investment platform.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of commercial real estate lending, loan servicing, ownership structures, and operational processes. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Fund Accounting, Asset Management, Finance, and Investment teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of Peachtree Group's loan portfolio, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal policies.
• Oversee the cash flow management of loans receivable, including principal, interest, escrow accounts, and related loan activity.
• Manage and reconcile loan-level cash logs and ensure proper tracking of all cash movements.
• Understand debt investment ownership structures and be comfortable reviewing organizational charts, ownership entities, and complex investment structures.
• Manage the senior lender payment process for all underlying financing associated with the loan portfolio.
• Oversee the documentation and tracking of:
• Loan-level collections
• Leverage payments
• Escrow balances
• Loan activity and related reporting
• Manage distributions from loan-level investments to the appropriate owning entities, including joint ventures and investment funds.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of six professionals, including five offshore team members based in India and one Atlanta-based staff member.
• Partner closely with Accounting to ensure timely reconciliations, accurate reporting, and efficient month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Serve as a key liaison between Loan Servicing, Accounting, Finance, Asset Management, and Investment teams.
• Continuously evaluate operational processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.
• Assist with system enhancements and process automation initiatives as the platform continues to grow.
• Support internal and external audit requests and maintain accurate operational documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in commercial real estate loan operations, loan servicing, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Prior management experience leading teams, including remote or offshore employees.
• Strong understanding of commercial loan servicing, loan operations, and debt investment structures.
• Experience managing loan cash flows, escrows, leverage facilities, and investor distributions.
• Comfortable reviewing ownership structures, legal entities, and organizational charts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience with loan servicing platforms and financial systems.
• Experience with Yardi is highly preferred or a willingness to become proficient as Peachtree Group continues its platform implementation.
• Experience serving as a liaison between Loan Servicing and Accounting functions is strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial real estate lending or debt fund experience.
• Experience working with structured finance, warehouse facilities, or leverage financing.
• Knowledge of fund structures, joint ventures, and institutional investment ownership.
• Experience improving operational workflows and implementing scalable processes.

What You'll Bring

• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a customer-service approach to internal stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.

Why Peachtree Group

At Peachtree Group, you'll have the opportunity to join a collaborative and entrepreneurial team that values innovation, professional development, and excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the nation's leading commercial real estate investment firms.

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