HUD Underwriting Analyst
Bethesda, MD - USA
Job Summary
Department:
HUD UnderwritingWe are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities where people live work shop and play to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social environmental and economic change in our communities.
Department Overview
OurFHA Finance expertswork with borrowers to obtain a HUD-insured loan on multifamily and senior housing properties. The department iscomprisedof production and underwriting staff. The production staff is in a sales role working with clients to originate loan opportunities. Once a loan is engaged the underwriting staff works with the client to prepare an application to HUD andidentifystrengths and weaknesses of a loan puttingappropriate mitigantsinto place. Once the application issubmitted the W&D FHA Team works closely with HUD staff as they review the application issue a commitment to insure andultimately closethe loan. W&D is the #2 overall HUD lender in FY 2022 and the #1 overall HUD construction loan lender.
The Impact You Will Have
As a HUD Underwriting Analyst you will play a key role in supporting FHA loan transactions by coordinating documentation ensuring compliance with HUD requirements andfacilitatingcommunication across all parties involved in the loan process. Your work will directly contribute to the efficient execution and successful delivery of loan applications.
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinate the collection review and approval of all required documentation andexhibitsfor each FHA loan transaction
Meet regularly with internal and external stakeholders to review exhibit status resolve issues and escalate concerns as needed
Communicate with borrowers correspondents loan officers underwriters and third-party vendors to obtain and providetimelyinformation
Conduct file reviews to ensure all application exhibits meet program requirements and support underwriting and third-party needs
Collect and analyze borrower and principal information including experience qualifications credit data and financial statements
Identifypotential credit or financial risks and partner with underwriters to resolve issues
Assistin ordering tracking and reviewing third-party reports
Coordinate with third parties to provide required property and transaction information
Manage and reconcile transaction-related accounting and coordinate payment of third-party vendors
Assistin the preparation assembly and delivery of complete loan applications to HUD
MaintainaccurateHUD-required control files for each transaction
Ensure all deal information in Salesforce Deal Manager and Box is current and accurately reflects transaction status documentation communications and outstanding issues
Adhere toestablishednaming conventions and file management protocols
Participate in training and professional development activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Attendance isgenerally requiredfrom 8:30 am 5:30 pm local time Tuesday through Thursday with theoptionto work remotely on Mondays and Fridays
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
1 years of experience in accounting finance or a related field strongly preferred
Knowledge of commercial real estate finance preferred
KnowledgeSkillsand Abilities
Understanding of the FHA loan application process including required documentation and loan exhibits
Familiarity with HUD guidelines notices and handbooks and the ability to research requirements as needed
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and draw sound conclusions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Proficiencyin Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to show ownership of your work take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities anddemonstratepatience when learning new processes
Courtesy respect and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders
This position has an estimated base salary of $65000 - $75000 plus a discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicants relevant work experience applicable knowledge skills abilities internal equity and alignment with market data.
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What We Offer
The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazines Great Places to Work winners
Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the gold level of the 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation some of which include:
- Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
- Competitive dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) match
-Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
- A robust health and wellness program earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
promote health engagement and balance
-Paid maternity and parental leave as well as other family paid leave programs
-Company-paid life short and long-term disability insurance
-Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingCareer development opportunities
Empowerment and encouragement to give back volunteer hours and donation matching
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination including harassment based on any characteristic protected by applicable law such as race color national origin religion gender identity sexual orientation sex age disability veteran or military status and genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions build professional relationships and develop careers.
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Fair Chance Hiring
Background checks including any questions related to infractions arrests or conviction records will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal state and local laws.
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About Company
With over 85 years of experience, Walker & Dunlop is your trusted partner for CRE financing, sales, valuation, loan servicing, investment management, & research needs.