Full-Time

Centralized Funding Specialist

Updated on 9/3/2026

Hancock Whitney

Hancock Whitney

1,001-5,000 employees

Traditional and online banking, financial services

No salary listed

Gulfport, MS, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor's Degree is required, although a combination of education and experience is acceptable.
  • Two years of related experience and/or training are required.
  • The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and multiple levels of management.
  • The role requires strong interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.
  • The candidate must have strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills; the ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment; and the ability to formulate sound conclusions and recommend an optimal course of action based on analysis.
  • The candidate must have knowledge of loan documentation for consumer, commercial, and real estate loans; loan policies and procedures; and applicable federal regulatory laws and state regulations.
  • The candidate must be able to work independently with little supervision, manage several projects simultaneously, and make decisions independently.
  • The candidate must be able to work under stress and meet deadlines, operate a keyboard, and read and interpret documents as required to perform the essential job functions.
  • The candidate must be able to travel if required to perform the essential job functions and lift, move, or carry approximately 10 pounds if required, subject to reasonable accommodation.
  • The position requires certification in Banking Regulations (Regulations B, CC, O, and Z), HMDA Compliance, and CRA, RESPA, and RMR Regulations through Hancock Whitney's Computer Based Training, if applicable, once in the position.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluate, authorize, and fund disbursements for loans except certain residential or commercial construction loans handled through the TCL Construction group.
  • Fund loans through automated clearing house transactions, wire transfers, direct deposits to customer or attorney escrow accounts, and official checks to third parties.
  • Review loan documentation for consumer and commercial purpose loans in a multi-state environment for compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and bank loan policy.
  • Review loans of various complexity and ensure that documentation complies with bank policy and federal and state regulations.
  • Review applications and approvals for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval.
  • Ensure that no critical exceptions are present in documents before funding and that all required documentation is prepared or obtained to properly perfect the bank's lien.
  • Receive, analyze, approve, and prepare disbursements after verifying appropriate documentation.
  • Coordinate with outside attorneys as necessary to provide appropriate funding.
  • Communicate issues affecting loan closing to lenders, identify legal, documentation, or policy deficiencies, and assist in correcting issues before disbursing funds.
  • Authorize the release of loan proceeds after reviewing documents, including large-dollar commercial monetary transactions within the individual's assigned limits.
  • Disburse funds to customer or attorney accounts through automated clearing house transactions, paper deposits for on-us items, or wire transfers, and confirm accurate disbursement.
  • Prepare loan packages for booking to ALS.
  • Coordinate with Central Reconciliations to reconcile loan fundings with general ledger balances.
  • Monitor personal work to ensure quality.
  • Ensure that appropriate Customer Identification Program documentation is obtained before funding.
  • Mentor and provide training assistance to Documentation Analysts.
  • Maintain high levels of service, security, and productivity.
  • Coordinate with Information Security, Audit, Compliance, and the ACH/Wire Manager to establish and ensure the use of appropriate risk controls.
  • Use an internet-based network to create wire and automated clearing house transactions for funding deposits.
  • Use the intranet-based DAC Tracking tool to track productivity and workflow and review daily reports to self-manage work in progress.

Hancock Whitney is a regional bank with more than $35 billion in assets that serves Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, plus loan offices in Nashville and Atlanta. It offers traditional and online banking, commercial and small-business banking, private banking, trust and investment services, healthcare banking, and mortgage lending. The company helps clients manage money, borrow, invest, and plan for future needs through its network of offices and online platforms. Its goal is to be a trusted financial partner by upholding values of honor, integrity, strength, service, teamwork, and personal responsibility while supporting communities and associates.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Gulfport, Mississippi

Founded

1899

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue reached $401.4 million; EPS was $1.55 on July 21, 2026.
  • Net interest margin held 3.6%, and charge-offs stayed 0.2% in Q2 2026.
  • July 30, 2026 dividend rose to $0.50; 2026 buyback authorization remained active.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2026's $98.6 million securities restructure exposed earnings volatility from balance-sheet moves.
  • Orlando integration after August 1, 2026 strains systems, bankers, and client retention.
  • A CRE shock across Gulf Coast offices and loans can crush capital and trigger consolidation.

What makes Hancock Whitney unique

  • Hancock Whitney's Gulf Coast franchise spans Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, and Texas.
  • July 31, 2026 One Florida Bank added Orlando scale and local commercial relationships.
  • 2026 hiring of 50 bankers targets faster loan and deposit growth than peers.

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Yahoo Finance
Jul 22nd, 2026
Hancock Whitney beats Q2 revenue estimates with $401M, EPS meets forecasts at $1.55

Hancock Whitney reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $401.36 million, up 6.9% year-over-year, beating the consensus estimate of $396.38 million by 1.26%. Earnings per share came in at $1.55, matching analyst expectations and up from $1.37 in the prior-year quarter. The bank's net interest margin held steady at 3.6%, in line with analyst forecasts. Its efficiency ratio of 55.3% slightly outperformed the 55.8% estimate. Total net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans remained at 0.2%, meeting expectations. Average total interest-earning assets reached $33.21 billion, exceeding the $32.82 billion estimate. Nonperforming loans totalled $113.68 million, slightly above the $110.97 million forecast. Shares have gained 9.2% over the past month. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3, suggesting it may track broader market performance near-term.

Associated Press
Jul 20th, 2026
Hancock Whitney gets regulatory approval to acquire One Florida Bank

Hancock Whitney Corporation has received regulatory approval to acquire OFB Bancshares, parent company of One Florida Bank. The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance have granted approval or confirmed non-objection to the deal. OFB Bancshares shareholders approved the merger agreement at a special meeting. The acquisition, initially announced on 15 May 2026, is expected to close on or about 1 August 2026, pending customary closing conditions. One Florida Bank operates six banking offices across Florida, offering commercial, residential mortgage, and instalment loans alongside deposit accounts. Hancock Whitney maintains financial centres across Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas.

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Financial Reg News
May 19th, 2026
Hancock Whitney Bank to acquire One Florida Bank.

Hancock Whitney Bank to acquire One Florida Bank. By Dave Kovaleski | May 19, 2026 | Industry The parent company of Hancock Whitney Bank is acquiring One Florida Bank in an all-cash transaction. One Florida Bank, a subsidiary of OFB Bancshares, operates five financial centers in the greater Orlando area and one in the Florida Panhandle. As of March 31, the bank reported total assets of $2.1 billion, total loans of $1.7 billion, and total deposits of $1.9 billion. The acquisition will enhance Gulfport, Miss.-based Hancock Whitney Bank's footprint by establishing a meaningful market presence in the Orlando area. "This transaction represents a significant step in our long-term growth strategy, expanding our footprint into one of the most dynamic and high-growth markets in the country," John Hairston, president and CEO of Hancock Whitney, said. "Orlando offers attractive demographics, strong economic fundamentals, and meaningful opportunities to deepen client relationships. By combining our scale, capital strength, and product capabilities with the local expertise of this talented team, we believe we are well-positioned to deliver enhanced value to our clients, associates, and shareholders alike." The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026. "We are proud of the franchise we've built in the Orlando market, grounded in strong client relationships and community engagement. Partnering with Hancock Whitney allows us to accelerate that momentum while gaining access to broader resources, expanded capabilities, and a larger platform for growth," Rick Pullum, resident and CEO of One Florida Bank, said. The transaction is subject to the satisfaction of certain customary closing conditions including receipt of regulatory and OFB Bancshares shareholder approval.

The Times-Picayune
May 16th, 2026
Hancock Whitney Bank buys One Florida Bank, moving into the Orlando market.

Hancock Whitney Bank buys One Florida Bank, moving into the Orlando market. Hancock Whitney Bank is buying Orlando-based One Florida Bank, marking its entry into a new central Florida market. In a May 15 announcement, Hancock Whitney Corporation, the Gulfport, Mississippi-based bank's parent company, announced it was purchasing OFB Bancshares, parent company of One Florida Bank, in an all-cash transaction. Though OFB, with a little more than $2.1 billion in assets, is much smaller than Hancock Whitney, a regional lender with assets of more than $35 billion, the deal will give the Gulfport bank a presence in a large, rapidly growing area. "This transaction represents a significant step in our long-term growth strategy, expanding our footprint into one of the most dynamic and high-growth markets in the country," said John M. Hairston, president and CEO of Hancock Whitney in a prepared statement. Hairston said Orlando offers attractive demographics and strong economic fundamentals as the bank adds to its presence in central Florida, which includes locations in greater Tampa, Lakeland and The Villages. One Florida Bank operates five financial centers in greater Orlando and one in Chipley, a small town along Interstate 10 north of Panama City. Rick Pullum, president and CEO of One Florida Bank, said the deal with Hancock Whitney will provide "access to broader resources, expanded capabilities, and a larger platform for growth." Hancock Whitney was founded in 1899 as Hancock County Bank in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. It acquired its New Orleans-based rival Whitney Bank in 2011 and now is the largest bank headquartered in the region. The bank reports more than $35 billion in assets, $29 billion in deposits and about 3,600 employees. Roughly a third are located in greater New Orleans, and about half of that team works in the Hancock Whitney Center on Poydras Street. As of June 30, 2025, the most recent date for which figures are available, Hancock Whitney ranked as the second-largest bank in Louisiana, with a nearly 13% share of the market, according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. It has less than 6% of the market in Mississippi and is that state's sixth-largest bank. Last month, the bank announced plans to open a new branch in a suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, one of only a dozen or so of its nearly 200 locations north of Interstate 20. The rest hug the Gulf Coast in five states from Texas to Florida. In an interview last year, Hancock Whitney's Greater New Orleans regional director, Liz Hefler, said the bank plans to grow by acquisition and continues to evaluate potential transactions. Last year, the bank acquired the Tampa, Florida-based wealth management firm Sabal Trust Co. This latest acquisition comes as the regional banking industry prepares for competition from MC Bank, a small lender founded in Morgan City, Louisiana that's poised for growth after an acquisition from veteran Louisiana banker Daryl Byrd and a team of investors. Byrd, who built IberiaBank into a regional powerhouse, has plans to grow MC Bank by acquisition as well. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 if approved by regulators and shareholders. This Day in History Sponsored by Connatix