What are the responsibilities and job description for the Closing Processor position at Musselman Abstract Company?
Musselman Abstract is looking to hire a full time Closing Processor. A successful candidate must have excellent attention to detail, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, a customer-focused mindset, strong self-motivation, the ability to research and problem solve, and a positive team approach.
Closing Processor will assist the Escrow Closing Officers with the closing process from beginning to completion through various administrative and clerical tasks, clearing title matters and funding the transaction.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Some or all of the following duties & responsibilities may be assigned to the Closing Processor as business needs dictate:
Prior to the closing, assist the Escrow Closing team in the processing of residential and commercial closing files in some or all the following tasks:
· Open title and closing file within the operating system (SoftPro);
· Review sales contract and loan documents to ensure compliance at closing, noting appropriate “target” dates such as the title/survey objection date;
· Review title commitment to be certain what requirements must be met in order to issue final title policy(ies), and works with Escrow Closing Officer to complete requirements;
· Obtain payoffs from lenders, homeowner/condominium associations, water, sewer & trash servicing companies, county and city taxing authorities and any other person/entity necessary in the transaction;
· Contact and establish professional relationships with real estate agents, loan officers, buyers, sellers, borrowers and others involved in the real estate transaction;
· Collect and prepare necessary documentation to complete the closing transaction;
Upon completion of the closing transaction, assist the Escrow Closing team in the post-closing process, in some or all of the following tasks:
· Review all signed documents and prepare documents for recording;
· Prepare final loan package and send to lender;
· Review closing ledger for accuracy and disburse file in accordance with ledger and lender’s closing instructions, including the printing of checks, initiation of wires, if any; approve wires (not initiated by processor); send payoffs and other checks;
· Welcome customers and answer phones in a professional manner; provide exceptional written and verbal communication to agents and clients.
· Address customer needs in a prompt, professional and courteous manner.
· Correspond with lenders, builders, agents and attorneys as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
· Attention to detail catching even minor discrepancies.
· Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
· Excellent at multi-tasking.
· Strong customer service skills.
· Work well independently and in a group setting.
· Team focused.
· Ability to grasp and retain concepts while on the job training.
· Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel) title insurance software and/or mortgage loan closing software.
· High school diploma or GED required (bachelor’s degree or paralegal certified preferred).
· Fluency in English, with preference for bi/multi-lingual candidates.
Preferred
· Experience in real estate processing in the closing, title insurance or mortgage industry.
· Familiarity with standard title, closing and mortgage lending concepts, practices and procedures.
· Experience with closing software (SoftPro).
The Closing Processor is a full time, salaried position with benefits including:
· Health, dental and life insurance.
· 401(k) Safe Harbor matching program.
· Paid time off.
· Holiday leave schedule.
· On-site monthly massage.
· Paid parking.
· Paid maternity leave.
· Paid bereavement leave.
· Team building activities and ongoing training.
To apply, please email resume with subject line “Closing Processor Position” to JIhrig@MusselmanAbs.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- mortgage or real estate: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32,000