Supports mortgage division accounting by preparing journal entries, financial reports, branch-level P&L components, loan sale and revenue entries, and general ledger reconciliations. Organizes supporting documentation, maintains ledger structure and data integrity, assists with accounting projects, responds to ad hoc requests, and identifies process improvements. The role reports to a Senior Accountant and is performed onsite in Lombard, Illinois.
Staff Accountant – Mortgage (Lombard, IL)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proficient in accounting and financial management software and Microsoft Office products
- Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- 1–3 years of related professional Accounting/Finance experience
- Mortgage or financial services industry experience a plus
Responsibilities
The Staff Accountant supports the accounting functions for our Forward division and reports directly to the Senior Accountant – Mortgage. This position is an individual contributor role that requires strong attention to detail and organization, and offers regular exposure to divisional financial reporting as a foundation for growth within the accounting team.
- Support the Senior Accountant in the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries and accounting reports in accordance with GAAP
- Assist in preparing components of the monthly profit and loss statements for assigned branches, under the Senior Accountant's review
- Gather and organize supporting documentation for branch-level transaction questions and P&L inquiries
- Assist with calculating and entering loan sale and revenue entries under supervision
- Prepare daily and monthly general ledger reconciliations for assigned ledgers
- Support the Senior Accountant and accounting operations team in maintaining general ledger structure and data integrity across branches
- Assist with various accounting projects and ad hoc requests as needed
- Identify and flag opportunities for process improvement in day-to-day accounting tasks
This is an on-site position based out of our Lombard, IL office.
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$75,000 annually.
Mutual of Omaha is a Fortune 300 Company. Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is inspired by hometown values and a commitment to being responsible and caring for each other. We exist for the benefit of our customers and employees.
Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is a full-service lending company offering both Forward and Reverse Mortgage products including a complete line of residential mortgage, refinancing, specialty, and HECM loans. We employ a knowledgeable staff of experienced Loan Officers with an operations team that is second to none. If you are interested in joining a team that promotes from within and works together toward a common goal of helping customers with their mortgage needs, please review and apply for our opening below!
Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse, talented, qualified applicants to apply. We offer an extensive compensation package. Benefits include:
- Vacation — Vacation hours accrue on a per pay period basis. Balance maximums are based on years of service.
- Paid Sick Time — 40 hours of paid sick time after 90 days of employment. State sick time requirements will be added as needed.
- 9 Paid Holidays + 1 Cultural Celebration Day (Floating Holiday)
- Multiple PPO Medical Plans, as well as HDHP eligible plan.
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401K with a generous employer match
- Additional Benefits including – Optional Life, FSA, Pet Insurance etc.
- Free Legal Services
- Employee Loan Program
Mutual of Omaha Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
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