Escrow Specialist

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Louisville, KY, USA
In-Office
Junior
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Role
Manage procurement and payment of lender-paid escrow items (insurance, property taxes), contact clients/agents/taxing authorities, process mail and checks, validate loan data, manage reports/disbursements and vendor portals, monitor insurance and claims, assist with system testing, ensure compliance and data safeguards, and progress to Escrow Level II after training.
Summary Generated by Built In

“Republic Bank believes in the development and advancement of our associates.  We offer the opportunity to learn all aspects of the company to prepare for future advancement.  Come join our team for a career, not just a job!“ 

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About Republic Bank

Republic Bank’s values are built upon making an IMPACT for our clients, our associates and the communities we serve. (IMPACT stands for Innovate for the Future, Make it Easy, Provide Exceptional Service, Acknowledge & Celebrate Success, Commit to Caring and Thrive Together) The associates of Republic Bank are the key to our success as an organization and we value our associates. It’s one of the reasons we’ve been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for ten years! For more information about the company, please visit www.republicbank.com.

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
 
The Escrow Specialist is accountable for providing the highest level of customer service to internal and external customers with operational integrity. Primary responsibilities include procurement and payment of assigned lender-paid escrowed items, including Homeowners Insurance and Property Taxes prior to their due date, avoiding all penalties.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Minimum 1-year industry experience performing escrow duties preferred.
 
Minimum 1-year previous experience in a Loan Servicing or Financial Operations environment preferred.
 
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) PDF and internet applications.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Contact clients, insurance companies and agents, and taxing authorities for escrowed insurance and tax bills.
 
Respond in a timely manner to miscellaneous tax and insurance inquiries from clients and bank personnel.
 
Forward correspondence, insurance documents, tax documents, etc. to the Imaging department and process returned mail.
 
Receive, open, process, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and checks.
 
Sign off on daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly work to ensure proper team monitoring.
 
Manage daily reports, disbursements, distribution, and wiring of taxes as reported by 3rd party vendor. This includes daily and weekly reporting, registering and un-registering of parcels through the vendor’s online portal. Ensure all parcels are registered and paid in a timely manner to avoid late penalties.
 
Validate new loan data in core system by comparing said data to Closing Disclosures, Initial Escrow Disclosures, Titles, and various other closing documents.
 
Monitor Aircraft and Marine insurance via monthly internal reporting, mailing letters to clients and agents as necessary.
 
Process incoming property damage claims, order inspections when necessary, and monitor held claim funds.
 
Cancel flood certificates and process various monthly departmental reports.
 
Assist with systems testing to validate data, identifying gaps or errors.
 
Monitor safeguards to ensure the integrity of clients’ personal and financial data.
 
Progress to Escrow Level II role, by successful completion of necessary training and testing.
 
  • Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required.
  • Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank’s values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization.
  • Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
 
Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
 
Demonstrates basic math and/or accounting principles as it relates to Loan Servicing.
 
Requires ability to work independently and as a team, under pressure and deadlines.
 
Ability to problem solve and evaluates a process for both potential risk and efficiency improvement.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand or walk. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 
  • Travel between Republic Banking facilities may be required including occasional out of town travel.
  • Flexible work schedule may include some evenings, weekends and/or overtime.
  • Stay abreast of new developments, best practices, and statutory and regulatory changes.

**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Skills Required

  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF and internet applications
  • Minimum 1 year industry experience performing escrow duties
  • Minimum 1 year experience in Loan Servicing or Financial Operations
  • Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic math and accounting principles as related to loan servicing
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team under pressure and deadlines
  • Problem solving and process evaluation skills for risk and efficiency improvements
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The Company
HQ: Louisville, Kentucky
1,451 Employees
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Republic Bank has grown to become the largest locally-owned community bank in Kentucky. With 47 banking centers across Kentucky, Indiana, Florida, Tennessee, and Ohio, we are driven by a clear mission: to enable our clients, our company, our associates, and the communities we serve to thrive. Learn more on our website or come see us to see how we can support your needs today. Time to thrive! We’re dedicated to meeting the needs of consumers, small business owners, and large corporations by offering a full range of competitive products and services—delivered with highly personalized service. Our goal is simple: to make an IMPACT and to exceed expectations at every turn, all while helping our clients and communities thrive financially and personally. Member FDIC Republic Bank & Trust Company Loan Originator ID # 402606 If you ever have questions, you may email them to [email protected] or call 1-888-584-3600. *Please remember never to disclose account or other financial information on any social media outlet.* Before joining the conversation, please review our Community Social Media Policy: http://www.republicbank.com/social-media-guidelines

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