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Job Posting Title: Sr.

Accountant

Job Description Summary:


Responsible for the reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts, the processing of
assigned journal entries, completion of assigned tasks to facilitate periodic closing of
the general ledger, and provision of customer service to internal and external
constituencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


 Prepare / review / post monthly general ledger entries in a timely and accurate
manner
 Completes assigned reconciliations accurately, completely and in the time frame
required by corporate policies.
 Processes and maintains assigned ad hoc or recurring journal entries in a timely
and accurate manner.
 Works with external audit firm to support timely completion of audits or
compliance reporting.
 Works with internal Financial Reporting personnel to support timely and accurate
completion of monthly, quarterly and annual internal and external reporting.
 Prepares and ensures accuracy and integrity of accounting and transactional
records to ensure proper financial reporting.
 Independently provides prompt, courteous and professional customer service to
internal and external users of information provided by the Accounting
department.
 Independently reviews revenue and expense accounts for accuracy; determines
proper accruals.
 Assists other departments with compiling information and reporting results and
outages.
 Trains new staff and mentors less experienced staff.
 Prepares financial management reports
 Maintains Sox controls and departmental documentation.

FUNCTIONAL JOB COMPETENCIES


 Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving abilities with industry
knowledge
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 Ability to prioritize tasks, be highly organized, and work independently
 Ability to oversee multiple projects at a time and meet deadlines
 Capabilities to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present
concise conclusions.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

 Degree in Accounting required


 Mortgage or Financial Services Industry experience preferred
 Chartered Accountant or CPA Certification preferred
 5 + years of Accounting experience in either public or staff accounting.

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