Escrow Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Manage real estate escrow transactions by creating new escrow accounts, overseeing funds, processing closing documents, and completing settlements.

• Identify closing requirements based on instructions from buyers, sellers, and lenders.

• Request title reports for the issuance of title insurance and the resolution of title defects, liens, and encumbrances.

• Set up escrow accounts, deposit funds, and keep accurate records.

• Prepare, gather, and review transaction documents, forms, and statements.

• Calculate prorated taxes and interest accurately.

• Review closing documents with involved parties, clarify provisions and procedures, answer inquiries, verify accuracy, and obtain necessary signatures.

• Record and file closing documents while distributing final closing statements and title.

• Create settlement statements according to lender instructions.

• Balance and close escrow accounts and disburse funds accordingly.

• Adhere to regulatory requirements and company policies.

• Enhance job knowledge through educational opportunities, professional publications, networks, and organizations.

• Execute other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent.

• 2-4 years of relevant experience.

• Preferably, experience directly managing escrow transactions as an escrow assistant.

• Valid licensing or certification as mandated by the applicable state.

• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the escrow/title industry.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong client relations and organizational skills.

• Capability to write reports and correspondence effectively.

• Ability to communicate effectively before groups of clients or employees within the organization.

• Competence in calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

• Detail-oriented and professional; capable of handling confidential information.

• Ability to interact with various roles including real estate sellers, buyers, agents, and brokers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401(k).

• PTO/paid sick leave.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Inclusive workplace culture.

• Equal opportunity employment.