Accounting Clerk #37786
Mortgage Ewing, NJ
Contract Mar 25, 2025
Mortgage
Job Title: Accounting Clerk
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our client and play a vital role in supporting their mortgage servicing operations. This onsite, temporary-to-hire position based near Trenton, NJ, focuses on processing loan-level cash transactions, reconciling incoming funds, and supporting financial compliance procedures.
Compensation:
Work Schedule:
Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Clerk:
Qualifications and Skills for the Accounting Clerk:
Why Join Us?
This role offers a potential opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment with a company in the mortgage/banking industry, gain valuable industry experience, and work in a supportive team environment committed to accuracy and compliance.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our client and play a vital role in supporting their mortgage servicing operations. This onsite, temporary-to-hire position based near Trenton, NJ, focuses on processing loan-level cash transactions, reconciling incoming funds, and supporting financial compliance procedures.
Compensation:
- $22–$23/hour
Work Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Clerk:
- Post borrower payments in a timely and accurate manner based on borrower instructions and investor guidelines.
- Reconcile payments from various sources, including checks, wires, and electronic batches.
- Process other financial transactions such as escrow payments, special deposits, and non-cash adjustments.
- Identify and transfer payments for deconverted loans to the appropriate servicers.
- Notify internal departments of payments on defaulted loans and process as instructed.
- Research and resolve unidentified payments and communicate with appropriate stakeholders.
- Manage returned funds for paid-in-full loans and document actions.
- Deposit checks using electronic scanners and ensure reconciliation with system totals.
- Coordinate with clients to clarify payment discrepancies or obtain missing information.
- Meet processing accuracy and timeliness standards.
- Support mail coordination and participate in special projects as needed.
- Maintain compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.
Qualifications and Skills for the Accounting Clerk:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 2–3 years of current experience in branch banking or payment processing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Windows-based applications.
- 10-key calculator proficiency by touch.
- Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of BKFS MSP preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with TILA, EFTA, and FDCPA payment processing requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
This role offers a potential opportunity to transition from temporary to permanent employment with a company in the mortgage/banking industry, gain valuable industry experience, and work in a supportive team environment committed to accuracy and compliance.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.