Senior Loan Review Consultant

Guidehouse

Loan Review Senior Consultant reviewing 7(a) and 504 loan files for SBA compliance and risk management. Analyzing loans, collaborating with lenders, and producing detailed reports.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • New York, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Loan Review Senior Consultant will 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 as part of SBA’s lender oversight and risk management activities.
The role involves reviewing loan files across origination, servicing, liquidation, and targeted partial review scopes to assess compliance with SBA Loan Program Requirements as defined in 13 CFR Part 120 and applicable SBA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
The reviewer will analyze loan documentation, identify compliance issues or deficiencies, and document findings in structured work papers and loan file review reports.
The Loan Review Senior Consultant will inventory and analyze loan files, extract and evaluate data from SBA data systems and lender-provided documentation, and identify correctable and uncorrectable exceptions.
The role includes working directly with SBA Lenders, under SBA direction, to clarify documentation, resolve preliminary deficiencies when possible, and ensure lenders understand identified risks and requirements.
Reviewers will 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.
The Loan Review Senior Consultant will use a secure, web-based virtual data warehouse and workflow tracking system to manage file reviews, maintain work papers, and support status reporting.
The role requires adherence to strict quality, timeliness, documentation, and data security standards, including the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and confidential business information.
Reviewers may support onsite or remote reviews, participate in quality assurance activities, and contribute to weekly, monthly, or ad hoc 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 three (3) 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 seven (7) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
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 evaluationdocumentation preparationSBA 7(a) loansSBA 504 loansregulatory compliancequality assurancedata security

Soft Skills

analytical skillscommunicationattention to detailorganizational skillstime managementproblem-solvingcollaborationreportingclarificationdefensible conclusions

Certifications

Bachelor's degreePublic Trust clearance