Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Mortgage Support specialist to join our team in Lake Forest, Illinois. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will play a key role in assisting loan officers and processors, ensuring smooth and efficient mortgage operations and accounting functions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment while growing your expertise in mortgage lending and accounting support. Responsibilities: • Assist loan officers and processors with preparing files, entering data, and gathering necessary documentation. • Maintain accurate and compliant client files and loan documentation in alignment with company and regulatory standards. • Coordinate and track third-party services such as credit reports, appraisals, and title work. • Communicate with clients, underwriters, and vendors to clarify or collect required documentation. • Monitor and manage loan pipelines, ensuring timely follow-ups for pending items to support on-time closings. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payment batches, and ensure accurate coding in accounting software. • Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and handle employee expense reports and reimbursements. • Generate reports for month-end close and assist with financial analysis as needed. • Organize and maintain both digital and physical records for compliance and audit purposes. • Support administrative tasks, including document filing, scanning, and records management, as well as ad hoc projects. Requirements • Proven experience in loan administration, mortgage processing, or a related field. • Familiarity with mortgage lending processes, including origination, closing, and compliance. • Proficiency in accounts payable, general ledger management, and basic bookkeeping. • Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Encompass, or similar tools. • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, vendors, and internal teams. • Ability to maintain accurate and compliant records in both digital and physical formats. • Knowledge of financial reporting and reconciliation processes. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .