Dawson

Dawson is hiring: Accounting Specialist - Wire Transfers in Columbus

Dawson, Columbus, OH, United States

Job Description

Accounting Specialist – Wire Transfers

Real Estate

$17.00-$22.00 per hour

Temp to Hire

Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm

Grandview, Ohio (onsite)

The Escrow Accounting team is a detail-driven, vigilant group dedicated to safeguarding clients and the company against the ongoing risks of wire fraud. Despite the high-pressure nature of the role, the team thrives on mutual support and enjoys tackling meaningful work together. They take pride in being trusted by partners and clients to ensure a seamless journey from contract to closing.

What the position offers:

Core values include Integrity, Service, Innovation, Fun, and Teamwork
Dedicated to being the best provider of title and settlement services through exceptional service, integrity, and continuous improvement
Focused on meaningful work, ensuring a safe and reliable closing experience for clients in high-pressure transactions
A caring, family-oriented culture that prioritizes employee well-being
Enjoy perks like office lunches, wellness programs, and company-wide challenges
Celebrate milestones with annual events, contests, and employee recognition
Proudly recognized as a Columbus Business First "Best Place to Work" for 17 years

What you’ll be doing:

Act as a central liaison for the Closing Services team, ensuring accurate and timely communication of closing-related information
Monitor escrow trust accounts for incoming wires, distribute them to appropriate teams, and manage outgoing wires to support closings
Serve as the main contact for escrow accounting and reporting functions, including banking administration tasks like wire management, Positive Pay, and check stock maintenance
Process escrow losses, advances, and assist with outstanding invoice collections
Research and resolve accounting errors, collaborating with Escrow Administrators to address discrepancies
Conduct daily and monthly reconciliation reviews, coordinating with management to correct findings
Review reports and work with management to ensure timely and accurate responses
Assist with Unclaimed Funds due diligence and 1099 information corrections

Who we’re looking for:

Strongly prefer candidates with banking or title industry experience
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required
Demonstrates excellent customer service by collaborating with the Closing Services team, resolving issues, and managing diverse personalities
Maintains meticulous attention to detail to prevent costly errors and protect the company’s reputation
Thrives in performing repetitive tasks while applying critical thinking to ensure accuracy
Takes personal accountability for work outcomes and strives for positive results without deferring responsibility

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