Accounting Specialist

Job Posting

Position: Accounting Specialist

 

Position Location: Hybrid - Madison, WI

 

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00 pm CST

 

Essential Job Functions:

• TRID Fee Reconciliation:
  • Data Extraction: Pull and format TRID fee-related reports from multiple loan origination systems (e.g., Encompass, LoanVision).
  • Data Analysis: Conduct in-depth reviews of funded loans to compare collected, disclosed, and paid TRID fees.
  • Identify Discrepancies: Accurately identify and document discrepancies between collected, disclosed, and paid fees.
  • Research and Resolution: Investigate and resolve identified discrepancies, including coordination with relevant departments (e.g., Closing, Funding, Accounting).
  • Maintain Records: Maintain accurate and organized records of all reconciliation activities and findings.
• Required Experience:
  • 1+ years of experience in mortgage banking, finance, or a related field.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and interpret data accurately.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong research and investigative skills with the ability to gather and analyze information to resolve complex issues.
• Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • Basic understanding of mortgage lending principles and regulations, including TRID (TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including data manipulation, formulas, and pivot tables).
  • Familiarity with loan origination systems (e.g., Encompass, LoanVision) is a plus.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

At Fairway, we are committed to cultivating, fostering, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do this with dialogue and advocacy through voluntary employee-led resource groups and corporate-sponsored events. We strive to attract, recruit, hire, develop, and retain the best employees at all levels. Fairway is committed to embracing talent and supporting a culture of inclusivity, reflective of Fairway's Core Values. 

Fairway is an equal opportunity employer & is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law.

 

What Fairway can offer YOU! 

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits include medical and dental insurance.
• Life and Disability insurance
• Matching 401k
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Time Off plus company-paid holidays
• Employee discounts for wellness, pet insurance, auto and homeowner’s insurance, and MORE!