Experienced banking professional with strong analytical skills and deep understanding of financial services, risk management, and customer relations. Adept at team collaboration and consistently achieving high-impact results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, with strong desire to gain knowledge in loan processing, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for strong communication abilities and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Sales Representative
Builtwell Bank
06.2024 - Current
Opened personal, business, and commercial accounts, and developed long-lasting relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding of their financial goals
Ensured compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
Provided excellent customer service, by addressing concerns, resolving issues promptly, and improved customer retention rates with exceptional follow-up practices and timely resolution of issues
Collaborated with internal departments to develop customized financial solutions tailored to individual client needs
Gained trust of commercial lenders to become some of their clients' main point of contact for any of their banking needs
Loss Prevention Specialist
Builtwell Bank
02.2023 - 06.2024
Processed debit card, ACH, Zelle, and check fraud disputes
Monitored and implemented internal and 3rd party vendor procedures to ensure all regulatory requirements were met, resulting in zero Regulation E findings or violations for all internal and external audits, as well as the FDIC exam 2024
Collaborated with management, team members, and the finance and compliance departments to establish policies minimizing bank loss, while maintaining Builtwell Bank's high standards of customer service
Reviewed and updated policies regularly to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to fraud prevention
Streamlined fraud investigation processes, which accelerated resolution of cases
Conducted thorough investigations of suspected fraud cases and analyzed transaction patterns leading to the recovery of lost funds
Supported colleagues in navigating difficult situations involving potential fraud by providing timely advice based on professional expertise and experience
Deposit Operations Project Specialist
Builtwell Bank
03.2022 - 02.2023
Completed various special projects assigned by management
Managed multiple projects assigned by management simultaneously in a timely manner
Maintained clear communication between all parties involved in each projects preventing misdirection on management's intention
Maintained detailed documentation of project progress, facilitating smooth handovers and seamless transitions between phase
Streamlined document management processes, ensuring easy access to critical project information by management
Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and quality resources for projects
Executive Assistant to CEO
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices J Douglas Properties
06.2021 - 02.2022
Provided administrative and business support to CEO and owner of the top real estate company in Chattanooga area
Enhanced executive productivity by managing email correspondence, meeting and appointment scheduling, and coordinating travel arrangements
Proactively identified areas requiring attention or improvement by aligning priorities effectively and prioritizing critical issues
Ensured smooth daily operations through consistent maintenance of office equipment, and troubleshooting issues when necessary
Contributed to budget management by managing all corporate expenditure accounts and the development of an inventory management system
Streamlined communication throughout the brokerage during new lead generation software for realtors
Traditional & Digital Banking Service Specialist
Builtwell Bank
03.2018 - 06.2021
Wore many hats and performed multiple duties in the back office operations team
Legal document review
Garnishment and levy processing
Reviewed new and revised accounts and performed necessary maintenance to ensure they were setup correctly, as well as setting up multiple account processes i.e. CD rate changes, AFT setup, and documentation uploading to core database
Prepared and submitted multiple daily reports
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as a customer service representative
Chargeback and adjustment processing
Submitted and managed cases with core processing platform, Jack Henry
Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to service quality, response time, and customer satisfaction scores
Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues relating to online banking products such as bill pay, mobile deposit, debit and credit cards, deposit now scanner setup and maintenance, bank-to-bank transfers, transaction research, and call transfers to appropriate departments
Analyzed checks and deposit/debit tickets for accuracy and made corrections accordingly
Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklist and noted issues
Digital Banking Service Specialist
Builtwell Bank
04.2019 - 06.2020
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
Analyzed and resolved disputes to protect bank and customer assets from fraud
Business and consumer online banking setup and maintenance
Chargeback and adjustment processing
Submitted and managed cases with core processing platform, Jack Henry
Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to service quality, response time, and customer satisfaction scores
Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration: Business Finance
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
01.2014
Skills
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Task prioritization
Compliance adherence
Risk assessment
Multitasking & Time Management
Client relationship management
Data interpretation
Customer service
Project management
Certification
Certified Lender - NMLS # 2617465
CNP - Certified Notary Public
Timeline
Financial Sales Representative
Builtwell Bank
06.2024 - Current
Loss Prevention Specialist
Builtwell Bank
02.2023 - 06.2024
Deposit Operations Project Specialist
Builtwell Bank
03.2022 - 02.2023
Executive Assistant to CEO
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices J Douglas Properties
06.2021 - 02.2022
Digital Banking Service Specialist
Builtwell Bank
04.2019 - 06.2020
Traditional & Digital Banking Service Specialist
Builtwell Bank
03.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration: Business Finance