Amanda Correa
Houston,TX
Summary
Assisted in managing financial operations for mid-size to large banking institutions through diligent oversight. Supported enhancements in mortgage lending processes to elevate service delivery. Pursued leadership roles to apply knowledge in banking and financial services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Total Team Construction
Houston, TX
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Directed daily facility operations and maintenance activities, prioritizing strict compliance with safety regulations.
GOVERNMENT INSURING ANALYST
PLANET HOME LENDING
HOUSTON, TX
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials. Originated, reviewed, processed, closed and administered customer loan proposals.
LOAN CLOSER & CLOSING ASSISTANT
STEWART TITLE
HOUSTON, TX
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Verified closing financial disclosure amounts against settlement and escrow agent figures to accurately reflect borrowers' bottom-line costs.
- Maintained checklists of required documentation and open issues affecting closings. Increased loans and earnings by establishing 15 new account loans per week minimum.
- Reviewed titles, insurance and flood zone certifications to meet closing standards for each property.
GOVERNMENT INSURING ANALYST
ENVOY MORTGAGE
HOUSTON, TX
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Responsible for paying agency fees: UFMIP's and VAFF's via the various agency websites
- Stack and build and ship case binders in accordance to government agency requirements. Review all required documentation to ensure that all pertinent, critical information is accurate and correct
- Ensured all loans to be submitted within 30 days from closing/funding.
BUSINESS OPERATIONS SENIOR ANALYST
JP MORGAN CHASE
HOUSTON, TX
01.2007 - 03.2016
- Managed expeditor queue daily, prepared and submitted daily reports to management and assisted managers with customer issues, coordinated interviews
- Maintained applicant files, assisted with job fairs, and ordered office supplies. Conducted weekly and monthly audits on employees' time and attendance
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to report to upper management, assisted with creating efficient policies and procedures to ensure best practices were being used, and coordinated daily meetings.
- Document the research and analysis related to the financial activity and related entities of Clients, for an audience that includes Management.
- Investigating high risk clients and reporting where necessary, including Politically Exposed Persons, and obtaining all necessary documentation to complete the client file.
- Process entries to open/close clients' account on our KYC / Related Parties and CDD database, and instruct Client Desk to open/close the accounts on account level in Equation where applicable.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Southwestern Professional Institute
Houston, TXSkills
- Demonstrated expertise in encompass, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across projects
- Specialized in executing precise financial transactions, ensuring compliance and reliability
- Specialized in FHA loan process, focusing on regulatory adherence and client satisfaction
Timeline
Superintendent
Total Team Construction
11.2024 - 11.2025
GOVERNMENT INSURING ANALYST
PLANET HOME LENDING
11.2020 - 03.2022
LOAN CLOSER & CLOSING ASSISTANT
STEWART TITLE
10.2019 - 10.2020
GOVERNMENT INSURING ANALYST
ENVOY MORTGAGE
10.2016 - 03.2019
BUSINESS OPERATIONS SENIOR ANALYST
JP MORGAN CHASE
01.2007 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Southwestern Professional Institute