Staff Accountant

A growing and mission-driven organization is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join its Finance team. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting loan and cash management activities, assisting with month-end close processes, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for processing financial transactions, supporting loan portfolio activities, preparing account reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting and audit preparation. This role works closely with finance and operations teams to ensure efficient and accurate accounting practices.

Competitive salary and benefits package offered, including:

• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• and more!

Key Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant:

Loan and Cash Management

• Process ACH transactions for loan payments and monitor payment activity.
• Research and resolve returned or rejected payments.
• Execute loan disbursements through ACH and wire transfers.
• Accurately record loan funding transactions and maintain supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments to facilitate loan closings and funding activities.

Loan Portfolio Administration

• Assist with onboarding new loans and verifying data accuracy.
• Support loan modifications, escrow transactions, and other portfolio-related activities.
• Monitor and track loan closing costs and related accounting entries.
• Respond to internal requests and provide support regarding loan accounting matters.

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger activity.
• Record daily financial transactions from internal systems.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.

Credit Card and Expense Accounting

• Process and reconcile company credit card transactions.
• Collect and maintain supporting receipts and documentation.
• Identify unusual transactions and communicate concerns to management.
• Ensure compliance with company expense policies.

Financial Reporting and Audit Support

• Assist in preparing reconciliation schedules and supporting documentation.
• Support annual audits by gathering requested information and reports.
• Help distribute financial reports and maintain reporting records.
• Participate in process improvements and special finance projects.

Team and Organizational Participation

• Attend department meetings, training sessions, and company events.
• Participate in performance reviews and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with team members across departments.
• Support organizational initiatives and other duties as assigned.

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