Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact on the homeownership journey? Spherion is looking for a dedicated Escrow Specialist to join a premier mortgage servicing team in Ocala.
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In this role, you won't just push paper-you will be the ultimate problem solver and advocate for borrowers. By managing essential escrow functions like property taxes, insurance tracking, and account analysis, you will ensure a seamless, transparent, and worry-free experience for homeowners. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and take pride in precise work, we want to help you land this great opportunity!
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Hourly Rate: $17-$21/hr. based on experience
Responsibilities:
As our Escrow Specialist, you will manage critical escrow accounts with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Tax Administration: Set up tax lines in servicing systems, process and reconcile disbursements, and resolve daily inquiries from borrowers.
- Mortgage Insurance (MI): Handle MI premium disbursements across multiple investors (FHA, FNMA, VA, etc.) and process account termination requests.
- Insurance Tracking: Review compliance reports, manage lender-placed hazard/flood policies, and assist with flood zone inquiries.
- Escrow Analysis: Run in-depth account analyses to prevent unexpected payment shocks for borrowers and keep their accounts beautifully balanced.
Working hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Skills:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience utilizing mortgage servicing software and systems, specifically MSP or FICS Mortgage Servicer.
- Previous Private Mortgage Insurance and/or Property Tax experience.
- Prior experience interacting directly with external escrow/tax vendors and portals.
Education:
Associate
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Candidates should be highly skilled in accounting and a true understanding of property taxes.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in mortgage servicing or escrow management, featuring a solid understanding of real estate taxes, insurance, and escrow analysis.
- Familiarity with mortgage industry regulations, investor guidelines, and standard escrow procedures.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and standard office equipment.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to maintain professional behavior and productivity under tight deadlines.
Work Environment:
- This position operates in a professional, fast-paced office environment that rewards collaboration and proactive teamwork.
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation, read a computer screen, communicate clearly via telephone and in person, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds unassisted.
Ready to take the next step in your mortgage servicing career? Apply today with Spherion!
How to Apply: Click the "Apply" button below to submit your resume. We look forward to connecting with you!
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).