Escrow Compliance Specialist

Company: Real Matters Inc.
Location: Middletown
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Solidifi, a Real Matters company, is one of North America's leading independent providers of valuation and closing services in the residential real estate mortgage industry. The company has built a strong reputation and partnerships with a network of more than 100,000 qualified independent field agents and is the mortgage service provider of choice for more than 60 of the top 100 lenders. Understanding the power of technology to boost productivity both internally and for our clients, the Solidifi team is made up of mortgage industry specialists and technology innovators.

Solidifi has offices in Markham (ON), Buffalo (NY), Denver (CO), and Middletown (RI).

For more information, please visit www.solidifi.com

We are looking for a team member driven and excited to learn something new every day! The Escrow Compliance team is responsible for reconciling all escrow bank accounts on a daily basis to reduce the risk of fraudulent activity. The department is the main contact for underwriter and state-specific audits for escrow operations. The Escrow Compliance Specialist reconciles recording accounts with vendor invoices and cuts replacement checks in order to clear outstanding funds. Candidates need to be able to work in a fast paced, team environment using excellent communication skills. A background in basic banking and accounting principles is helpful; however, qualified candidates must be eager to learn about the title insurance industry as a whole.

The ideal candidate is positive, with a passion for work and getting the job done right the first time every time. If you are the type of person that is passionate about your work and is not willing to produce mediocre results, you are a good candidate for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform three way reconciliations of all escrow accounts on a daily basis.
• Format, import, and reconcile daily recording invoices into software platforms.
• Examine recording fees collected against recorded documents to ensure proper refunds are issued to the appropriate party.
• Obtain and review requested documentation for annual state and underwriter audits.
• Daily review of trial balance and outstanding checks reports.
• Assist with the annual submission of escheatment's in accordance to state unclaimed property guidelines.
• Identify and fund shortages in escrow and recording accounts.
• Send final documents to clients once the file is closed.

Skills and Expertise Required

• University Degree or equivalent knowledge/experience
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Possess a high level of accountability and follow through on all internal and external resolution needs
• Ability to work independently and remain self-driven
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• QuickBooks knowledge and experience is a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Solidifi is an Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Solidifi is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

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