Unclaimed Property Specialist

Copart • Dallas, TX

5d

About The Position

Copart, Inc. a technology leader and the premier online vehicle auction platform globally, with over 200 facilities located across the world, Copart links vehicle sellers to more than 750,000 buyers in over 190 countries. We believe in providing an unmatched experience, every day and everywhere, driven by our people, processes, and technology. An Unclaimed Property Specialist is responsible for identifying, reporting, and remitting unclaimed or abandoned property in compliance with state regulations. This role ensures the organization adheres to applicable escheatment laws while maintaining accurate financial records and minimizing compliance risk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, compliance, audit, or unclaimed property reporting.
• Strong understanding of escheatment laws and state reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g., ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Corporate Asset Recovery experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with multi-state unclaimed property reporting.
• Prior audit experience or involvement in state unclaimed property audits.
• Familiarity with unclaimed property software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify dormant accounts, outstanding checks and other reportable property.
• Review and interpret unclaimed property (escheat) laws across various U.S. states.
• Prepare and file annual unclaimed property reports in accordance with state requirements.
• Coordinate due diligence mailings to property owners prior to remittance.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support filings and audits.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts related to unclaimed property liabilities.
• Respond to state inquiries, audit requests, and compliance notices.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Legal.
• Monitor legislative changes affecting unclaimed property compliance.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to reduce aged outstanding items.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k plus a company match
• ESPP - Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program (no cost to you)
• Vacation & Sick pay
• Paid Company Holidays
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Discounts
• Along with many other employee benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level