Loan Review Managing Consultant

Guidehouse

Loan Review Managing Consultant supporting the SBA's Office of Credit Risk Management. Conducting detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files for compliance and risk adherence.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, New York, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,000 - $188,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Credit Risk Management (OCRM) by performing detailed reviews of 7(a) and 504 loan files
Review loan files across origination, servicing, liquidation, and targeted partial review scopes to assess compliance with SBA Loan Program Requirements
Analyze loan documentation, identify compliance issues or deficiencies, and document findings in structured work papers and loan file review reports
Inventory and analyze loan files, extract and evaluate data from SBA data systems and lender-provided documentation
Identify correctable and uncorrectable exceptions
Work directly with SBA Lenders to clarify documentation, resolve preliminary deficiencies when possible, and ensure lenders understand identified risks and requirements
Prepare clear, well-supported written summaries and draft and final loan file review reports that outline condition, criteria, cause, effect, and corrective action for identified issues
Use a secure, web-based virtual data warehouse and workflow tracking system to manage file reviews, maintain work papers, and support status reporting
Adhere to strict quality, timeliness, documentation, and data security standards, including the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and confidential business information
Support onsite or remote reviews, participate in quality assurance activities, and contribute to reporting provided to SBA.

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust
Bachelor's Degree and Minimum of five (5) years of recent experience working with SBA 7(a) and/or 504 loans (e.g., as a third-party reviewer, examiner, auditor, underwriter, loan closer, or liquidation specialist); OR nine (9) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising teams and fostering staff professional development
Demonstrated ability to train new team members on technical matters and delivery expectations
Demonstrated experience reviewing loan files for compliance, risk, and adherence to regulatory and program requirements
Working knowledge of SBA Loan Program Requirements, including 13 CFR Parts 103 and 120 and SBA SOPs related to origination, servicing, liquidation, and lender oversight
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, document, and clearly explain loan file deficiencies and risks
Experience preparing detailed work papers, loan file review reports, and written summaries that support defensible conclusions
Ability to communicate effectively with SBA personnel and SBA Lenders, including explaining compliance issues and requirements
Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple file reviews simultaneously while meeting delivery timelines
Proficiency with document management systems, workflow tracking tools, and standard Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

loan file reviewcompliance analysisrisk assessmentdata extractiondocumentation reviewSBA Loan Program Requirements13 CFR Parts 10313 CFR Parts 120work papers preparationloan file documentation

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunicationteam supervisionstaff developmentattention to detailorganizationtime managementtrainingproblem-solvingreport writing

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreePublic Trust clearance