Deborah L. Kolano
** ********* ****, *******, ** 06084
Home: 860-***-**** Cellular 860-***-****
E-mail: ac69fw@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
To effectively employ my knowledge, administrative skills, and office management ability in a stimulating and rewarding environment that offers a professional career challenge.
EMPLOYMENT
COMMERCIAL CREDIT ADMINISTRATOR, SPECIAL ASSETS (2016 to 2018) United Bank, Hartford, CT
Prepares commercial commitment letters for both internal and external closings
Orders reports such as appraisals, environmental reports, flood certifications, credit reports and Lexis Nexis reports as appropriate
Reviews Notes and other documents drawn either internally or externally by the Bank's attorney for accuracy and completeness
Prepares, requests, reviews and sends appropriate modifications
Discusses closing requirements with the lenders and attorneys as needed and ensures that all closings occur within scheduled target dates
Ensures that commercial loans are in compliance with appropriate regulations
Assists with entering commercial loans on the Jack Henry system and provides Jack Henry account maintenance
Maintains and processes Letter of Credit issuance and renewals
Request and monitor all financials, obtain required documents and follow up when needed
Tracks legal files and monitors attorneys' progress regularly making contact pertaining to status of accounts
Assists in making arrangements for the sale of bank-owned assets
Assists with problem asset and OREO accounting, A/P preparation
Works with a third party vendor to monitor required insurance binders
Assists with the preparation of legal documents for execution
Responsible for the transfer into the department of all problem loans
Maintains tracking systems for new transfers into the department
Responsible for delivering loan documents to attorneys for all new transfers
COMMERCIAL CREDIT ADMINISTRATOR (2013 to 2016)
United Bank, Glastonbury, CT
Prepares commercial commitment letters for both internal and external closings
Orders appraisals, environmental reports and flood certifications as appropriate
Reviews Notes or other documents drawn either internally or externally by the Bank’s attorney for accuracy and completeness
Discusses closing requirements with the borrowers and attorneys as needed and ensures that all closings occur within scheduled target dates
Verifies that all pre-closing conditions have been satisfactorily met and that required loan covenants are properly documented
Prepares, requests, reviews and sends appropriate modifications
Record any deeds or UCC filings with appropriate authorities
Performs pre-closing and post-closing quality control review on all files for accuracy
Monitors all collateral and documentation exceptions, follow up with customers and/or attorneys to resolve exceptions
Monitors Lines of Credit and verify borrowing base certificates upon receipt of aging of receivables and inventory balance sheet accounts
Complete advance requests after verifying receipt of required documents and ensuring appropriate availability on line
Update Jack Henry system with financial dates and covenant data
Book all closed loans onto the Jack Henry system; enter HMDA and/or CRA information into system
Responds accurately to customer inquiries for information and provides effective problem resolution as needed
COMMERCIAL LOAN & COLLECTION ADMINISTRATOR (2005 – 2013) Rockville Bank, Glastonbury, CT
Prepares all pertinent closing documentation for commercial mortgage files via Laser Pro document preparation software
Assist several Vice-Presidents in various loan process and/or administrative duties
Retrieval of all pertinent reports for UCC-1, credit reports, OFAC checks and flood certifications for new commercial files
Responsible for administrative tracking of closed loans including documentation exceptions, requests and receipt of updated financial information
Responsible for collection and processing of fees due on loan closings
Set up and maintaining of files for delinquent loan accounts; in house files, attorney files, foreclosure/OREO files
Contacts borrowers by telephone and sends past due notices
Prepares demand letters for past due loans
Meets with borrowers to discuss and resolves problems, as needed
Negotiates and establishes repayment schedules
Accordingly updates Jack Henry system with all communications with borrower
Refers delinquencies to collection or repossession agents, as deemed necessary
Debit loan payments from RB funding accounts via setoff for past due loans as well as partially charged-off loans and properly keeping record
Set up and maintenance of Deferred Loan Payment Agreements
Set up and maintenance of all bankruptcies and/or payment records
Track bankruptcies and prepare all claims for collection and/or court proceedings
Tracks and maintains records for all deficiency loans and charged-off loans
Makes arrangements for sale of bank-owned properties
Coordinates the securing and utilities for bank-owned properties
Responsible for paying all legal, appraisal and other bills in regards to past due/OREO accounts and keeping proper record via Jack Henry system
Refers delinquencies to attorneys as deemed necessary for collection and/or foreclosure proceedings
Track legal files and monitor attorney progress, make regular contact for status of accounts
Orders necessary reports on delinquent loans such as credit reports, automated valuation reports, delinquency reports, recovery and charge-off reports
Balance all commercial, residential and consumer GL accounts for charge-offs and recoveries on a monthly basis
Prepare and distribute monthly delinquency reports
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE (2001 – 2004) Savings Bank of Manchester, Manchester, CT
General administrative duties including but not limited to answering phones and screening calls, faxing and copying documents, distribution and screening of mail, composition of internal memos, front desk assistance for clients, ordering of supplies, resolve borrower problems, etc.
Respond to inquiries regarding research, interpretation and/or problem solving in a timely and professional manner
Assist credit analyst and several Vice-Presidents with administrative duties
Oversee the maintenance of office inventory and equipment
Coordinate meetings and appointments; compile all relevant information needed
Create new filing systems for department utilization
Create new client commercial mortgage and commercial construction files via hard copy and database
Prepare all pertinent closing documentation for commercial mortgage and commercial construction files
Composition and editing of loan write-ups and commitment letters
Create credit files for all new commercial mortgage and commercial construction files
Processing of wire transfers and loan advance disbursements
Responsible for the collection of monies due on appraisal, environmental and lead paint reports
Composition of annual inspection report for all commercial mortgage and commercial construction files
Compose and edit mortgage modification agreements for borrowers; generate checks for processing
Responsible for all pertinent mailings, invitations, responses, promotional items for annual bank sponsored Open Hearth Golf Tournament
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, MERCHANT SERVICES CENTER (1999 – 2001) Savings Bank of Manchester, Manchester, CT
General administrative duties including but not limited to answering phones and screening calls, faxing and copying documents, distribution and screening of mail, front desk assistance for clients, ordering of supplies, etc.
Act as liaison for bank sales executives
Review and revision of new merchant applications for SBM board approval
Processing of monies due for new account set-ups
Establish new merchant accounts via hard copy and database
Ensure proper set-up with relevant company of all entitlements being added to new accounts: Amex, Discover, Debit, etc.
Client services and public relations; establish new merchant leases, process lease and equipment payments, resolve terminal and credit card dysfunction disputes
Responsible for the maintenance of the MSC dividends program; generate quarterly statements for all merchants, generate quarterly and year-end reports, input all incoming dividend requests to merchant accounts and general ledger accounts
ASSISTANT, EXECUTIVE OFFICES (1998 – 1999)
Savings Bank of Manchester, Manchester, CT
Assist several Vice-Presidents with administrative duties
Preparation of commercial loan documentation for client closings
Management of highly confidential financial and bank executive information
ASSISTANT, HUMAN RESOURCES (1997)
Savings Bank of Manchester, Manchester, CT
Assist department personnel with administrative duties
Maintenance of confidential employee information
Coordinate appointments while maintaining confidentiality
CLERK, LOAN/DEPOSIT SERVICING (1988 – 1997)
Savings Bank of Manchester, Manchester, CT
Assist department manager with administrative duties
Compile pertinent information for different bank departments
Data entry; responsible for accurate entry of automobile, personal, residential construction and mortgage loan payments
Processing of all applicable monies due for new account set-up on automobile, personal, residential construction and mortgage loans
Processing of loan advances
Review and revision of new loan set-up reports
Composition of release of mortgage documents, attorney request letters and year-end interest statements
Recording and filing of mortgage deeds, Notes and automobile titles
Assist with quarterly, semi-annual and annual tax bill requests
EDUCATION
EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY (1997-2001)
Willimantic, CT
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Dean’s list student
SKILLS
Able to work independently or as an integral part of a team
Able to manage a variety of tasks competently and efficiently
Ability to type quickly and accurately
Extremely self-motivated and energetic
Solve problems quickly and effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to maintain the discretion of confidential employee and/or borrower information
Interface effectively with customers and all levels of company personnel
Prioritize work duties to achieve job objectives
Work well in a past paced, high-pressure environment
Perform tasks accurately and professionally while meeting set deadlines