Senior Escrow Accountant

Western Computer

. Own accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting for escrow trust accounts .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timePlano • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in escrow trust accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes, ensuring compliance with ALTA Best Practices and state regulations. Proficient in managing escrow transactions and collaborating with various stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and support audits.

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Escrow Trust AccountingThree-Way ReconciliationALTA Best PracticesDigital Closing Software (Qualia)General Ledger Accounting

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Hard Skills

Escrow AccountingFinancial ReportingBank ReconciliationTransaction ReconciliationMonth-End Journal EntriesDebits/CreditsExcel ProficiencyNetSuite ExperienceEscrow Fee Revenue RecordingEscrow Trial Balance Preparation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

QualiaNetSuiteDigital Closing Platforms

Industry Keywords

Escrow TransactionsTrust Fund RegulationsTitle Insurance PremiumsState Regulatory ComplianceEscrow Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting for escrow trust accounts
Record and reconcile escrow transactions including deposits, disbursements, fees, refunds, and transfers across active escrow files
Perform monthly three-way reconciliations in accordance with ALTA Best Practices and applicable state trust fund requirements
Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, unidentified deposits, and stale or aged items
Manage escrow accounts in accordance with closing instructions, purchase agreements, and lender requirements
Remit title insurance premiums to underwriters and reconcile policy reports to escrow disbursements
Support underwriter escrow audits and agency reviews
Record title premium and escrow fee revenue, including agent versus underwriter splits
Verify payments and disbursements are properly authorized and documented before funds are released
Partner with escrow officers, title and real estate professionals, lenders, attorneys, vendors, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies
Support wire and ACH disbursement controls, including positive pay and fraud-prevention protocols
Maintain records and documentation for state regulatory and audit requirements
Prepare escrow trial balance, account balance, and transaction reports
Support internal and external audits, state regulatory exams, and year-end financial statement audits
Monitor state-specific escrow/trust fund regulations and flag jurisdictional differences
Support escheatment and unclaimed-property processes
Prepare and post month-end journal entries for escrow-related activity
Reconcile escrow and operating GL accounts to subledger and bank support before close
Ensure the trial balance rolls up accurately into consolidated financials
Support monthly close activities including accruals, prepaid amortization, and account analysis
Partner with corporate accounting to ensure GAAP consistency
Provide supporting schedules and variance explanations during consolidated close review
Identify and correct escrow accounting entries that could misstate consolidated cash, revenue, or liability balances

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
5+ years of escrow, trust, title, or banking accounting experience; national or multi-state title company experience strongly preferred
Working knowledge of escrow/trust accounting regulations and ALTA Best Practices, including three-way reconciliation methodology
Proficiency with digital closing, title, and escrow software platforms such as Qualia
Solid understanding of debits/credits and general ledger accounting; experience with NetSuite or another major ERPs
Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with high transaction volumes
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with strong ability to independently research and resolve discrepancies
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidentiality and judgment required when handling client funds
Comfortable managing varying state jurisdictional requirements as the company expands into new markets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary + bonus based on experience
Full PPO medical and dental coverage (dependent coverage available)
Vision insurance, short‑term disability, and 401(k) with matching
Flexible paid time off
Supportive, collaborative culture with direct mentorship and professional development opportunities