Escrow Accounting Assistant

Goodwin Recruiting; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Escrow Accounting Assistant to join our residential real estate team in Georgia. The role focuses on maintaining closing escrow accounts and ensuring compliance with firm policies and escrow accounting requirements.

You will assist with review, processing, disbursement, and shipment of payments collected at closing, supporting timely and accurate financial transactions. Growth opportunities include cross-training and expanding responsibilities as you develop

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a professional services environment.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of residential real estate.

Responsibilities

• Support the Escrow Accounting team in maintaining closing escrow accounts.
• Assist with the review, processing, and disbursement of funds collected at closing.
• Ensure timely and accurate shipment of payments.
• Maintain compliance with firm policies and escrow accounting standards.
• Help ensure accurate and efficient completion of financial transactions.
• Take on additional responsibilities and participate in cross-training as skills develop.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Time management

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Us

We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, a team-focused philosophy, and an environment where we work side by side to achieve mutually beneficial goals. We are currently seeking an Escrow Accounting Assistant to join our thriving and growing residential real estate team.

Position Summary

The Escrow Accounting Assistant supports the Escrow Accounting team in maintaining the firm's closing escrow accounts and ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable escrow accounting requirements.

This role assists with the review, processing, disbursement, and shipment of essential payments collected at closing, helping to ensure transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

As proficiency is demonstrated in core responsibilities, additional duties and opportunities for cross-training and professional growth will be introduced.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Escrow Accounting team in maintaining closing escrow accounts.
• Assist with the review, processing, and disbursement of funds collected at closing.
• Ensure timely and accurate shipment of payments.
• Maintain compliance with firm policies and escrow accounting standards.
• Help ensure accurate and efficient completion of financial transactions.
• Take on additional responsibilities and participate in cross-training as skills develop.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional services environment.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of residential real estate.

Skills & Competencies

• Highly motivated and organized with strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Strong follow-through and responsiveness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional and respectful approach.
• Proficiency in using email, phone, and other communication tools.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple requests.
• Commitment to customer service and meeting deadlines.

Why Join Our Team?

If you are interested in joining a team of professionals who value an open-door environment with ongoing opportunities for learning and career development, we would love to hear from you.