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Sunflower Financial Inc.

Mortgage Underwriter III

Sunflower Financial Inc., Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254

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Description At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship‑focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth‑management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A.

is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full‑time

Mortgage Underwriter III .

The hourly rate for this position is $46.00 - $50.00 per hour depending on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Description The Mortgage Underwriter III renders a final decision (e.g., approval, disapproval, approval with conditions) for mortgage loan applications in a timely, accurate and compliant manner. This position reviews loan applications based on factors such as capacity, credit history, capacity, capital, and collateral in compliance with company policy, contracts, investor guidelines, lending programs and state and federal laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Render a final underwriting decision (e.g., approved, suspend, denied) for mortgage loan applications based on factors such as capacity, credit history, capital and collateral.

Apply underwriting rules from multiple sources to accurately and consistently review individual loan applications. Formulate approval conditions, as appropriate.

Review each loan file to verify documents are present, accurate, accurately calculated, compliant and sufficiently complete for an underwriting decision. Review and reach an underwriting decision on the appraisal.

Accurately answer questions from and educate loan officers, loan processors, and other appropriate personnel about underwriting rules and how they apply to individual loan applications. Review and answer loan scenario questions from loan officers.

Perform necessary computer‑based functions for both internal and external IT systems. Conduct online research.

Meet ongoing, short deadlines with regard to underwriting, closing, etc.

Meet rules, obligations, timelines, and deadlines to comply with company policy, contracts, investor guidelines, lending programs and state and federal law and regulation.

Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.

Education / Experience Preferred

Graduation from a 4-year college or university with related major, preferred

At least 10+ years of underwriting experience, or a specific specialty (Construction and/or Jumbo Non‑Conforming)

FHA Direct Endorsement (DE) approved

Veterans Administration (VA) Lender Appraisal Processing Program (LAPP/SAR)

Must have a minimum of two of the following specialty areas

Portfolio Lending

Construction One Time and/or Two Time Close

Jumbo Non‑Conforming

USDA preferred but not required

Knowledge of Construction One Time and Two Time Close underwriting

Knowledge of Jumbo Non‑Conforming Service Release underwriting

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Must possess excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Must possess excellent organization and multi‑tasking skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work‑related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sunflower Bank Benefits People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:

Rooted in Strength

Propelled by Growth

Individuals in a Great Whole

Creating Possibility

Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

401(k) Plan with 6% Match

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Company‑paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Leave

Paid Holidays

Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We accept applications on an ongoing basis until the role is filled. There is no fixed deadline to apply.

If you are a California resident, you may be entitled to certain rights regarding your personal information, which is information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked with a particular California resident or household. Additional information about our data collection practices and location specific notices is available on our privacy policy.

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