Mortgage Closer

Mortgage CloserDo you take pride in being the last set of eyes on a file before it funds?Are you the kind of person who can't rest until every number ties out and every document is in order?Do you thrive in a role where accuracy and follow-through are the whole job?If you answered yes, we want to talk to you.About Griffin FundingGriffin Funding is a full-service mortgage lender licensed across the U.S. and committed to making homeownership more accessible. We're a VA Approved Lender and FHA Non-Supervised Lender with a reputation for speed, service, and doing right by our borrowers. Our team is performance-driven, collaborative, and growing — and we're looking for people who want to grow with us.About the RoleThe Mortgage Closer is the final checkpoint before a loan funds. You're responsible for preparing, reviewing, and balancing closing documents, making sure every file meets federal and state regulatory requirements, and coordinating with the teams and partners who get borrowers to the signing table. It's a detail-heavy role where precision, communication, and ownership directly affect whether a loan closes cleanly and on time.A Day in the LifeMorningReview the day's closing calendar and prioritize files based on scheduled signings and funding datesPrepare and review closing documents and initial closing disclosuresVerify that all loan documents are complete, accurate, and compliant with federal and state regulationsCoordinate with processors, title companies, and escrow agents to confirm timelines and outstanding itemsAfternoonConduct a final review of each file to confirm all conditions have been met prior to fundingRun compliance reports and work through any errors that surfaceBalance the final closing package and confirm LendingPad is fully updatedAddress discrepancies as they arise and follow up with the appropriate parties to resolve themConfirm signed loan documents are complete and ready for fundingMajor Goals and ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review closing documents and initial closing disclosuresVerify that all documents are complete, accurate, and compliant with federal and state regulationsEnsure loan documents are complete upon signingCommunicate with all parties, including title companies, escrow agents, and processorsConduct file reviews to confirm all conditions have been met prior to fundingIdentify and address discrepancies or issues that arise during the closing processRun compliance reports and resolve any errors that come upBalance the final closing package and keep LendingPad up to datePerform other duties as assigned based on operational needsKey CharacteristicsMeticulous. You catch the thing everyone else missed. Typos, math errors, missing signatures - nothing gets past you.Calm under pressure. Closings are time-sensitive. You keep your head when files get complicated and deadlines get tight.A clear communicator. You can work with title, escrow, processors, and loan officers without drama, and you follow up until issues are resolved.Takes ownership. The file is yours from document prep through funding. You don't wait for someone to tell you what's next.Comfortable with regulation. You understand the rules that apply to mortgage closings and you treat compliance as part of the job, not a checkbox.What We're Looking For2+ years of mortgage closing experienceWorking knowledge of federal and state mortgage regulations (TRID, RESPA, state-specific disclosure requirements)Experience with LendingPad or a comparable LOSStrong attention to detail and document accuracyAbility to manage multiple files at different stages simultaneouslyClear, professional written and verbal communicationYour Path ForwardClosers at Griffin Funding have the opportunity to grow into senior closing, funding, or post-closing roles as they build expertise and take on more complex files. We invest in people who invest in the craft.Compensation and BenefitsBase pay: $52,000/year ($25/hour)Per-file bonuses: Additional incentive pay tied to closed filesBenefits we offer:Medical, Dental, and Vision401(k) with 4% company matchPTO (accrual-based, 90-day waiting period)Life and Disability insuranceClassPassFloating birthday month holidayBenefitHubEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Job RequirementsGriffin Funding, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Griffin Funding, complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.