EscrowPro Funder

Old Republic International; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Republic Title is seeking an Escrow Accounting Assistant to ensure timely and accurate escrow disbursements for Agents, Direct Offices and Affiliates. You will verify documentation, enter figures, review statements and taxes, and assist with remittance processes to maintain precise ledgers.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience handling escrow disbursements and closing statements.
• Ability to review statements, demands, invoices and taxes for accuracy.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Contact agents for supporting documentation and funds needed for disbursement.
• Enter figures into OR EscrowPro closing statements per customer specs.
• Review closing statements, demands, invoices and taxes for accuracy before disbursement.
• Calculate ORT Premium splits and reconcile ledgers to agent statements.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Fast-paced work environment

Independent, sound judgment

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Full job description ENTERPRISE SERVICES Job Description:

Summary

Facilitate timely and accurate escrow disbursements on behalf of Old Republic Title Agents, Direct Offices and Affiliates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contact Agents for all supporting documentation and funds needed for disbursement.
• Enter figures into OR EscrowPro closing statement as per customer specs.
• Review closing statements, demands, invoices and taxes for accuracy prior to disbursing funds.
• Calculate ORT Premium splits.
• Reconcile, balance and disburse all files in the time frame set forth by the Agent.
• Ensure ledgers balance to agent closing statements/documentation and print applicable checks for disbursement.
• Allow Agents to print checks, as permitted, and release funds.
• Forward funds to appropriate payees in the method directed by the Agent.
• Verify and prepare wire out requests as needed and initiate voids, stop payments and check requests.
• Prepare file for invoicing.
• Upload attachments and add notes as needed.
• Complete initial file checklists on all open orders including Agent-In-Good Standing status.
• Monitor post funding reports and obtain outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Monitor remittance ledgers and assist with transfer of ORT Premium as per customer specs.
• Respond to all inquiries and/or complaints.
• Back up Escrow Accounting Assistant as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Complies with Company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and complete mandatory company compliance training by prescribed deadlines.
• Consistent attendance is required, which may include attendance at after-hour company events.
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision from management.
• Other duties that may be reasonably assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment while successfully performing under extreme time constraints.
• Ability to act independently with sound judgment and take initiative.

Communication and Interpersonal skills

• Excellent professional written, verbal, listening and communication skills.
• Must be a personable, positive, and professional representative of the company.
• Ability to foster, develop and maintain professional and collaborative working relationships.
• Must be able to get along with others, i.e., peers, employees, supervisors, outside customers, and vendors.
• Lead by positive example.
• Ability to collaborate and interact effectively and professionally with all levels of management, employees and customers by email, phone, video conferences and in person.
• Actively listens.
• Is mindful of how body language, gestures and nonverbal communications are perceived.

Physical/Mental Demands

• The ability to work with confidential information.
• The ability to perform under pressure and be flexible with disruptions throughout the workday.
• Repetitive and continual keyboard activity and interaction with display monitors is required.
• Overnight business travel by air and/or automobile, may be required.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary, and an excellent benefit package including health, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; and retirement plans.

Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer