Funding Administrator

Funding Administrator

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Loan Center, dba Westlake Direct is an affiliate of Westlake Financial Services—a company with 30% YOY growth and assets of 15 billion. We are always looking to acquire talented individuals as we expand our presence in the Auto Finance Industry. Westlake Financial Services believes in PEOPLE with the purpose and passion to assist our more than 22,000 dealer partners throughout North America.

The Funding Administrator is an individual with the vision and dedication needed to oversee and develop funding activities. This challenging, dynamic position offers opportunity for advancement. The Funding Administrator ensures seamless completion of the loan funding process and works closely with Loan Officers, Credit Analysts, and Management to oversee daily funding activities.

If you’re currently working in a dealership’s business office or in any administrative role—junior accountant, billing specialist, or office manager—this role is for you. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage paperwork and deadlines translate perfectly into this role.

• Thoroughly review loan documentation to ensure accuracy and adherence to Westlake Direct’s credit policy.
• Verify completeness of all necessary documents and information.
• Collaborate with Loan Officers and Credit Analysts to resolve any discrepancies or missing information.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate a smooth funding process.
• Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds to lienholders and dealers.
• Conduct quality control checks on loan files to identify and rectify errors or discrepancies.
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the funding process promptly and efficiently.
• Implement improvements in the funding workflow.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of online meeting tools (Teams, Zoom).
• Comfort and skill with working with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technology.

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university, preferred.

• Automotive and finance experience; beneficial.
• Previous loan funding or underwriting experience; beneficial.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); required.
• Knowledge of web applications; beneficial.
• Knowledge/experience with the use of Dealer Track, Route One, or CUDL; beneficial.

• Full‑time.

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• Employee Information.

• Self‑determined, performance‑based compensation package.
• $45,000.00 – $70,000.00 annual average range.
• Base pay of $3,636.53 per month. $20.98 base rate plus monthly bonus opportunity of approximately $2,000.00.
• The exact starting compensation will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will depend on factors such as geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Life Insurance and long‑term disability plans.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 billion company, plus company matching.
• Wellness Programs.
• Metro Tap Card and Metro‑link reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only).
• Career path opportunities.
• Discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets, and attractions.
• Annual flu shot.
• Paid vacation days.
• Paid sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Hygm (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office).
• Rental car discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program.
• UKG Wallet.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.