Equipment Finance Servicing Specialist I (Finance)
Job Summary
The Equipment Finance Servicing Specialist I is primarily responsible for the operational and contract servicing activities of equipment loans and leases. The incumbent will execute critical processes ensuring data accuracy in the core operating system for all contract entries and system changes. The incumbent is also responsible for all customer service activities and efficient ongoing contract servicing functions while delivering a positive customer experience.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ensure that all loan, lease and collateral information is accurate and complete, correcting data when necessary.
- Respond to inquiries related to the general servicing of a loan or lease contract. This might include, but is not limited to, payment processing, history interpretation, year-end reporting, lien and title releases, address changes, fraud inquiries, billing questions, insurance/claims, draft processing, quoting loan payoffs, etc.
- Work with various vendors and internal tracking systems to mitigate risk by accurately tracking contract details.
- Monitor incoming payments and payoffs and process as necessary.
- Process contract maintenance as necessary, including but not limited to credit, customer-facing and reporting data points.
- Provide superior customer service to all internal and external customers.
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory and compliance policies and procedures.
- Ensure balance and payment data points are accurate and agree with supporting documentation.
- Monitor and process Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings including continuations and cancellations.
- Monitor insurance reporting to ensure all collateral records are properly insured. Take appropriate action required to obtain acceptable insurance policies.
- Work with insurance companies to correct impaired policies and process any claims including those related to a total loss.
- Monitor title and lien reporting and take appropriate action to ensure the Bank's security interest is present on all collateral records.
- Assist in all areas of the equipment finance invoicing, payment processing, ACH and wires, customer service, and all other facets of the transaction from booking to the conclusion.
- Adapt to changes in the work environment which may include delays and unexpected events.
- Contribute to building a positive team environment.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
- Adhere to all corporate policies and procedures, Federal and State regulations, and laws.
- Complete all mandatory annual compliance training.
- Follow regulatory requirements including those pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Identification Program (CIP), and OFAC to assist in the identification, detection, and determent of money laundering and other unlawful activities, as well as regulations pertaining to lending and consumer compliance to include fair lending laws.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Job Requirements
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required:
- 1+ years of equipment financing and leasing experience or similar experience in another industry.
- Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as equipment finance systems and Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to understand and use bank policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and manage exceptions.
- Familiarity with all federal and state banking regulations pertaining to lending and consumer finance, including fair lending laws, the Bank Secrecy Act, and the US Patriot Act.
- Demonstrated problem solving ability and effective time management skills.
- Above average communications skills with emphasis on listening and problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
- 1+ years of experience in a lending department of a bank.
- Experience in equipment financing products, pricing, and documentation.
- Experience in a customer service-oriented business environment.
- Previous experience with Commercial Finance Agreements (CFA), equipment loans, and all equipment lease documentation.
About HomeTrust Bank
HomeTrust Bank, founded in 1926, is a North Carolina chartered, community-focused financial institution committed to providing value-added community banking through online/mobile channels and multiple locations in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia. Learn more at www.htb.com. Apply today to take your first steps towards joining this talented population of employees within a growing organization.
Work Environment, Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. HomeTrust Bank promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodation of qualified applicants and employees.
- This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting to 25 lbs., finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing are required.
- The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
- The employee may need to move around their office to attend meetings and to access files, machinery, or other job-related tools.
DISCLAIMER: HomeTrust Bank is an evolving company. As such this job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
HomeTrust Bank values and promotes diversity and inclusion in every aspect of our business and at every level within the company. We recruit, hire, and promote employees based on their individual ability and experience and in accordance with Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Our policy is that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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