Prepare and file all HUD claims timely and accurately according to investor/insurer/CMS guidelines and requirements.
Follow up semi-daily on all outstanding claim proceeds.
Perform a loan level reconciliation for all final claim proceeds between the amount claimed, the amount paid, and the outstanding loan indebtedness including all escrow and corporate advances. Correct error files when identified by cancelling claim and/or processing a refund request to HUD.
Provide posting instructions for all claim proceeds within 24 hours of the receipt of the claim proceeds.
Review, follow-up and ensure the timely and accurate completion of all regular scheduled steps.
Input the completion date on the date the action occurs.
Obtain approval, and modify the scheduled date to a date in the future when a step in the process cannot be completed.
Perform routine follow-up on a daily basis.
Keep Supervisor informed of all trends and problems including, but not limited, claim denials/curtailments, processing delays, etc.
Document all servicing, action taken, delays, follow-up, and phone conversations in the system notes.
Ensure all claim documents are imaged timely.
Maintain and controls the HUD audit file.
Perform other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or equivalent work experience; some college preferred.
One (1) to two (2) years’ mortgage servicing default experience preferred.
Previous FHA claims experience preferred.
Understanding the loss mitigation and claims process.
Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and time management skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels both internally and externally.
Strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve.
Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and quality on loan evaluation.
Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and changing priorities.
Ability to understand opposing points of view on highly complex issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints to serve the best interests of CMS.
Ability to make decisions that have moderate impact on immediate work unit.
Ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule on short-term basis (longer than one month).
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and to record, balance, and check results for accuracy.
Ability to compose materials such as detailed reports, work-related manuals, publications of limited scope or impact.
Ability to manage work in order to meet strict deadlines.

Comprehensive healthcare plans for you and your family. Plus, a discretionary 401(k) match of 50% of the first 4% of pay contributed.
Access to several fitness, restaurant, retail (and more!) discounts through our employee portal.
Customized training programs to help you advance your career.
Employee referral bonuses so you’ll get paid to help Carrington and Vylla grow.
Educational Reimbursement.
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Loss Mitigation FHA Claims Specialist

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