Commercial/Agriculture Loan Processor

About the role

Commercial and Agricultural Lending | Detail and Teamwork Security Financial Bank (SFB) is seeking a detail-oriented Commercial/Agriculture Loan Processor I to support our commercial and agricultural lending teams. This role partners with lending staff to prepare, process, book, and fund loans while helping ensure loan, credit, and collateral files are complete, accurate, and well organized. You will work closely with Commercial/Ag Relationship Managers, Banking Coordinators, Credit Analysts, and the loan servicing team to move transactions forward efficiently and protect the Bank's collateral interests. If you enjoy coordinating details, managing competing priorities, and contributing to a supportive lending team, this may be a great opportunity for you. This position is open at our Eau Claire corporate office or Black River Falls Main Street location.

SFB is an independent community bank with eight branch locations and more than 140 employees. Since opening in 1934 in Durand, WI, we've built our reputation on trust, relationships, and community involvement. At SFB, you'll find a supportive, team-oriented workplace where your contributions matter and your professional growth is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Working with Commercial/Ag Relationship Managers and Banking Coordinators to prepare accurate loan and collateral documentation that reflects approved loan terms and conditions
• Obtaining lien and UCC searches, releases, appraisals, title insurance commitments, insurance evidence, and other documentation needed to establish and protect the Bank's collateral position
• Creating and maintaining complete physical and electronic credit and collateral files, including accurate filing and timely follow-up through the Bank's tickler system
• Sending executed documents for recording, including mortgages, deeds of trust, vehicle titles, and UCC filings
• Completing loan funding functions by verifying documents are properly executed, preparing wire instructions, submitting payoffs, and booking balanced loan transactions to the core system
• Coordinating loan closings with title companies and attorneys, including timely delivery of documentation before closing
• Verifying that required approvals and applicable regulatory, credit policy, and operational requirements are met
• Responding to internal questions and requests with professionalism, accuracy, and a focus on timely service

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior banking experience is highly desired