About the Role:
The Commercial Escrow Officer will be responsible for various tasks related to the preparation and management of commercial real estate and housing transaction closing statements and escrow transactions.
Responsibilities: Gather necessary information for the preparation of closing statements.
Prepare and review closing and disbursement statements to ensure all funds are allocated correctly.
Verify that all payments are made according to the closing statement and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
Input escrow transactions and ensure all balances are accurately resolved in financial software.
Coordinate with all parties involved in the transaction to ensure timely and accurate funding.
Initiate wires in accordance with disbursement statement and instructions.
Verify all wire instructions in accordance with procedures.
Maintain organized and accurate records of all escrow transactions.
Provide support to attorneys and other team members in the commercial real estate and housing practice.
Communicate with clients to provide updates and address any escrow-related questions or concerns.
Qualifications:
Some college coursework completed; an associate or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.
Accounting or finance background or experience preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Required Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word and Outlook).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required, including experience with formulas.
Proficiency in Quickbooks.
Understanding of DocuSign.
Proficiency in Adobe Pro and/or Kofax.
Understanding of online file collaboration sites such as ShareFile.
Experience with NetDocuments, Centerbase or similar LMS software, a plus.
Benefits: Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions
Paid Parking
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative
Industries
Law Practice, Financial Services, and Banking
