
Posted 1 month ago
Quality Control Underwriter
Back OfficeRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
Reviews mortgage loan files for compliance with investor, regulatory, and company standards using underwriting systems and audit processes; documents issues and recommends corrective actions.
About this role
Join our dedicated team as a Quality Control Underwriter and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of loan quality in the mortgage industry. We are a leading financial services company committed to excellence and offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough reviews of mortgage loan files to ensure compliance with investor guidelines, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Utilize Automated Underwriting Systems (AUS) such as Desktop Underwriter (DU) and Loan Prospector (LP) to assess loan eligibility and risk.
- Perform pre-funding and post-closing audits to identify discrepancies, errors, and fraud indicators.
- Review appraisals, income documentation, credit reports, and other relevant documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Analyze loan data and documentation to determine creditworthiness and adherence to underwriting standards, including LTV (Loan-to-Value) ratios and DTI (Debt-to-Income) ratios.
- Prepare detailed quality control reports and findings, documenting issues and providing recommendations for corrective action.
- Communicate audit results and findings to underwriting teams, management, and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- 3+ years of experience in mortgage underwriting, quality control, or related role.
- 3+ years of experience with LOS (Encompass preferred)
- Strong knowledge of mortgage industry regulations, including FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, NON-QM, and conventional loan guidelines.
- Proficiency in utilizing industry tools and software, such as Encompass and ACES (Automated Compliance and Evaluation System), to conduct quality control reviews.
Benefits
- Above market salary
- HMO on Day 1 for principal and two dependents
- Government-mandated benefits
- Performance-based Incentives
- Quarterly Company Events
- In-depth training for career growth
- Great Company Culture and HR experience
- 1,000 PHP De Minimis
- Equipment and software provided
Skills
ACES (Automated Compliance And Evaluation System)Conventional Loan GuidelinesDesktop Underwriter (DU)EncompassFHAJumboLoan Prospector (LP)Mortgage UnderwritingNon-QMQuality ControlUSDAVA
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