Commercial Closing Analyst

Summary: Churchill Stateside Group, LLC (“CSG”) is an investment and mortgage banking firm offering a full range of debt and equity capital services directed towards multifamily affordable housing, commercial real estate, and renewable energy sectors. CSG is seeking a Commercial Closing Analyst to assist with newly originated investments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with due diligence collection and tracking of multiple transactions from initial engagement to loan closing and beyond.
• Set up loan files and documentation for processing related to underwriting, closing, and funding a transaction.
• Identify aspects of transactions that require special attention; ensure files are fully documented (both hard copy and electronic files). Analyze entity structures and other 3rd party reports related to loan documentation.
• Ensure all the loan terms are incorporated into the loan documents; arrange for funding from banking partners and interact with CSG Accounting and Loan Servicing Departments; verify all closing conditions are met; close the loan and deliver documentation to secondary market sources as applicable within the required timeframe.
• Partner with loan officers/underwriters/analysts as the primary liaison with borrowers and their representatives, attorneys, and other parties; coordinate the activities of legal counsel and title/ escrow personnel as needed.
• Assist the Underwriter or Loan Processors with loan package submissions to secondary market participants. Ensure financing parameters and/or requirements related to various government programs are followed. Coordinate the delivery of investor submission packages.
• Foster professional and productive relations with all internal and external clients.
• Maintain knowledge of pertinent investment participant due diligence and regulatory requirements.
• Work with senior management on departmental or corporate initiatives as requested.
• Engage third-party vendors as needed (i.e., appraisals, market studies, etc.)

Qualifications:

• College degree preferred but not required with proven level of similar job experience.
• Other skills required:
• 3 to 5 years of experience in mortgage lending or other finance-related field.
• Multifamily loan processing experience preferred.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize assignments efficiently and complete critical tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Must be willing to take on any task assigned to them, whether it is an administrative function or a highly advanced initiative.
• Strong aptitude for accuracy and detail.
• Possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Able to work independently as well as function in a team-oriented setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.