Construction Disbursement Officer (Remote)

First American•Lake Mary, FL

22h•$31 - $41•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for the closing and processing of construction disbursing transactions; receiving, tracking, and processing construction draws; and maintaining compliance with the specific requirements of each disbursing project.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Strong customer service orientation
Detail-oriented
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and meet assigned deadlines
Proficient in Excel, Office, and Outlook
Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of department/field
Establishes effective working relationships at the work group level
3+ years of experience as a Commercial Escrow Officer or in a related real estate, title, or construction industry position

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in AIA billing and lien waivers a plus
Prior banking experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor disbursing projects, ensuring timely and effective processing of construction disbursing transactions and construction draws.
Order date down endorsements.
Submit Requests for Funds.
Review pending payments for checks and wires to be issued.
Monitor Trust account for receipt of funds.
Post incoming money to project files.
Print checks and send wires, when appropriate, using appropriate internal procedures.
Send notices to payees when funds are available.
Review receipt of lien waivers and monitor the distribution of checks (via mail and walk in clients).
Resolve customer inquiries and follow up on phone calls and e-mails.
File management (i.e. maintaining construction disbursing documentation and other information into shared hard drives).
Invoice for various services.
Work with disbursing team to ensure all disbursing procedures are followed and tracked, as applicable.
Analyze monthly reports including trial balances and outstanding check logs.
Follow functional area’s processes and procedures in daily activities, troubleshoot as needed and recommend suggestions for continuous improvements to overall operations.
Actively contribute to the results of the team and works toward achieving goals and objectives.

Benefits

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.

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