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Mortgage Associate Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The Mortgage Wire Desk Analyst ll, will be responsible for assisting the Treasury department with ... Carrington Associates. For more information about Carrington Charitable Foundation, and the ...

The Mortgage Customer Advocate Specialist will be responsible for providing general office ... Carrington Associates. For more information about Carrington Charitable Foundation, and the ...

Collections Specialist

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Complete credit references and mortgage verifications as needed. * Perform monthly Electronic ... Full-time and part-time associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical ...

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How much do mortgage associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for mortgage associate in Iowa is $19.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mortgage associate?

A Mortgage Associate is a professional who assists clients in obtaining mortgages or refinancing existing loans. They work under the supervision of licensed mortgage brokers or agents to collect financial information, assess client needs, and help match clients with appropriate loan products. Mortgage Associates play a key role in the mortgage application process by ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and submitted on time. They also maintain communication between clients, lenders, and other professionals involved in the real estate transaction. Generally, they must meet specific training and licensing requirements depending on their jurisdiction.

What are some common challenges mortgage associates face when managing a high volume of loan applications?

Mortgage Associates often manage multiple loan files simultaneously, which can make organization and attention to detail crucial. A common challenge is juggling the documentation and communication required for each client while meeting tight deadlines. Effective time management and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential to ensure applications are processed efficiently and clients remain informed throughout the process. Regular collaboration with underwriters, loan officers, and clients is necessary to resolve issues quickly and move loans forward.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mortgage associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mortgage Associate, you need a solid understanding of mortgage products, financial analysis, and lending regulations, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field. Familiarity with loan origination systems (LOS), customer relationship management (CRM) software, and regulatory compliance tools is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and customer service skills help build trust and ensure smooth client interactions. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurately processing applications, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering a positive client experience in a competitive lending environment.

What is the difference between Mortgage Associate vs Mortgage Loan Officer?

AspectMortgage AssociateMortgage Loan Officer
CredentialsTypically requires a mortgage license, basic financial knowledgeRequires mortgage license, often more extensive sales and financial certifications
Work EnvironmentBank branches, mortgage offices, or online platformsBank branches, mortgage broker offices, or direct client meetings
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by banks, credit unions, mortgage companiesEmployed by banks, mortgage lenders, or as independent brokers
Primary RoleAssist in processing mortgage applications, support loan officersOriginate, evaluate, and approve mortgage loans directly with clients

While both roles involve working with mortgage loans, Mortgage Associates typically support the loan process and assist loan officers, focusing on administrative tasks. Mortgage Loan Officers actively originate and evaluate loans, often engaging directly with clients to close deals. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Mortgage jobs in Iowa?

The most popular types of Mortgage jobs in Iowa are:

Infographic showing various Mortgage Associate job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,718 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Mortgage Wire Desk, II Analyst

Carrington

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$24 - $33.65/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Come join our amazing team! Prefer to have someone near our office in Chandler, AZ!

The Mortgage Wire Desk Analyst ll, will be responsible for assisting the Treasury department with its ongoing daily operational needs such as transaction processing, balance reporting, bank account administration, maintaining signatories, unclaimed property reporting and compliance activities related to that task and providing ongoing support of Treasury-related processes. Perform all tasks in a detailed manner to ensure payment accuracy, avoid losses, and compliance with policy and procedure. Also participate in treasury/cash management initiatives and projects, such as bank account management, banking service enhancements, system reconciliations, and system administration. Perform all duties in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, all US state and federal laws and regulations, wherein the company operates. The target pay range for this position is $24.00 - $33.65 an hour.

The level is the intermediate level role in the job family and generally handles the basic to moderately complex tasks within the department and escalates more complex issues as appropriate.

What you'll do:

  • Process, review, and release funds throughout the company (internal or externally). Ensuring compliance with established authority matrix and accordance with policy and procedure with a high level of accuracy.

  • Process and track bank signatory changes, new bank account requests, and other related account maintenance tasks. Maintain account information logs and authorized signatory list for the group and its subsidiaries.

  • Process and resolve positive pay exceptions, stop/void requests, and related processes each day. Can provide second level approval for stop pays/voids and authorization for banks to accept or deny checks.

  • Review, produce and maintain daily/monthly/quarterly Treasury operation related reports.

  • Reporting on user’s access to banking systems and perform administrative activities to ensure adherence with compliance and security standards.

  • Processing annual unclaimed property reports for all Carrington Companies and affiliates, in accordance with state requirements and company procedure.

  • Escalate issues and challenges in the departments process and suggest procedural updates that can enhance and streamline processes / workflow.

  • Liaison with external service providers and financial institutions to resolve research requests and other daily maintenance items from the various business units the department supports.

  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What you'll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics and/or related field or equivalent work experience or an equivalent combination of degree and work experience.

  • Three to six (3-6) years of corporate treasury experience in a medium to large company, corporate banking experience, or bank operations experience. Banking operations experience a plus.

  • Experience with the Know Your Customer (KYC) Due Diligence process and requirements.

  • Knowledge of rules and regulations that govern payment and transfer systems; specifically with respect to wire transfers, check processing, and EFT/ACH transfers.

  • Experience with GTreasury, Sagent, Oracle Financials, a plus.

  • Strong computer/MS Office skills with strong Excel experience, such as pivot tables and v-lookups and ability to work with large datasets.

  • Prefer to have someone near our office in Chandler, AZ!

Our Company:

Carrington Mortgage Holdings is a holding company whose primary businesses include asset management, mortgages, real estate transactions and real estate logistics. Collectively, the businesses are vertically and horizontally integrated, and provide a broad range of real estate services encompassing nearly all aspects of single-family residential real estate transactions in the United States. Guided by a leadership team with a wealth of industry experience and guided by a consistent philosophy, Carrington maintains the necessary infrastructure to ensure stability and maximize value during any market cycle. We hope you’ll consider joining our growing team of uniquely talented professionals as we transform residential real estate. To read more visit: www.carringtonhc.co (http://www.carringtonhc.com)

What We Offer:

  • 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.

  • Carrington Charitable Foundation contributes to the community through causes that reflect the interests of Carrington Associates. For more information about Carrington Charitable Foundation, and the organizations and programs, it supports through specific fundraising efforts, please visit: carringtoncf.org.California Privacy Notice: https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa #Carrington # LI-GV1

Carrington is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the company that applicants be considered for positions for which they qualify without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veterans status, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected category. Carrington will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the company.