Escrow Project Administrator - Remote Opportunity

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Agency Division is dedicated to providing our policy-issuing agents with resources, services and underwriting guidance needed to achieve new levels of success. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

The Escrow Project Administrator is responsible for managing/coordinating the daily functions of condominium project escrows. Projects range in complexity and include properties ranging from several units to over 1,000, taking up to two years or more to complete. Duties include receiving and processing of escrow deposits; posting and accounting; tracking of deposit and disbursement transactions; all related reporting; agreement/contract review. Maintain a high level of customer service and establish relationships with developers and agents, while effectively keeping up with a fast paced, high volume workload. Position is open to remote work for a candidate who resides in Florida.

What You'll Do

• Receive and process daily incoming deposits into FAST and iBanking systems
• Work with Developers/Contract Administrators to identify incoming wires as well as coordinate the receipt of corresponding purchase and sale agreements
• Produce and distribute Notice of Escrow Deposit forms and receipts for corresponding wires and/or checks
• Update and maintain electronic files utilizing FAST/company operating systems as well as virtual inhouse file folders
• Post and analyze escrow funds on customized MS Excel reports including recording of all deposit, withdrawal & cancellation activity
• Monthly reconciliations of bank statements to MS Excel reports
• Prepare and distribute monthly billing statements along with accounts receivable follow-up for payment of these statements
• Execute disbursement of funds (closings, construction draws, cancellations, etc.)
• Document all activity pertaining to buyer’s unit deposits within FAST system
• Accommodate Escrow letter requests
• Resolve banking related matters through daily interaction with the Banking Department
• Comply with government reporting requirements by documenting all relevant incidents
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Strong math skills
• Proficient Excel skills
• Project/escrow coordination skills preferred
• Experience with basic accounting concepts
• Strong customer service skills
• Communication skills – both verbal and written to communicate with internal and external clients/customers
• Attention to detail, organized, able to multi-task
• Ability to handle fast paced, high volume workload
• Willingness to work in collaboration with team members
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of related experience
• Bilingual in Spanish is helpful

Salary Range: $19.65 - $34.20 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.  

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.