The Loan Operations Specialist II at Amerant is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the loan operations related to the posting of loan transactions for both new and renewed loans, as well as managing the outstanding loan portfolio to ensure data integrity. This position plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with SOX quality control standards, balancing general ledger accounts, and performing reconciliations, along with other post-closing activities. The specialist will be tasked with ensuring that all loan transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner, which is essential for the overall efficiency of the loan operations department. In this role, the specialist will be responsible for the accurate balancing of loan general ledger accounts assigned to the Loan Operations Department. This includes reviewing reconciliations prepared by staff and monitoring the daily booking of new and renewed loans. The specialist will also review and approve daily-posted work to ensure that all transactions are balanced correctly. Additionally, the role requires monitoring interest rate changes and ensuring that all adjustable rate loans are serviced properly. The Loan Operations Specialist II will oversee the work within various loan origination systems, ensuring that loan transactions are processed accurately and that any backlog or issues are resolved promptly. The specialist will also be responsible for implementing projects that involve changes to loan operations applications, including Loan Origination Systems and Amerant CORE system. Furthermore, the specialist will prepare month-end reports for Loan Operations and monitor specialized loan products to ensure compliance with legal documentation. The position requires the ability to report, summarize, and extract information for presentation to examiners and auditors, as well as conducting self-audits to ensure adherence to processes and procedures. The specialist will also assist management in audits and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to maintain operational efficiency. Staying updated on federal regulations affecting loan operations is crucial, as is the ability to identify and recommend changes to mitigate risks associated with loan operations.