What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist (Housing Finance) position at 2ndWave LLC?
2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is seeking interested accounting professionals with experience in loan accounting. This person would be a member of the project team and complete monthly journal entries, data validations, and reconciliations. In addition, this person would support ongoing accounting process improvements and special projects as they arise.
We are looking for candidates with at least two years of loan accounting experience, with strong Excel and data analysis skills, and the ability to support accounting process improvement efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Work as a member of the project team to carefully execute accounting data validations and prepare related journal entries and reconciliations.
- Analyze accounting results for accuracy and completeness and develop conclusions based on this analysis.
- Work as a member of the project team to proactively identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting processes, and increase efficiency and accuracy.
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in accounting and at least 2 years of relevant accounting experience in the housing finance industry (including roles such as Loan Servicing Accountant, Loan Accountant, Back Office Loan Accountant, Loan Operations Accountant, Escrow Accountant, Loan Remittance Accountant, Investor Reporting Accountant, Loan Financial Analyst).
- Strong above average Excel skills.
- Experience reconciling and validating data and preparing journal entries with a high degree of thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and with a team to solve problems.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple and shifting priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Nice If You Have:
- Advanced Excel, data analysis, and reconciliation skills.
- Experience automating manual accounting processes using Excel Macros/VBA or other Microsoft Office tools.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. W-2 employment only. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
About 2ndWave:
2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is a management and technology consulting firm providing a focused set of financial management, program management, and technology solutions to public sector clients. Our certified professionals have extensive experience implementing large, complex public sector programs; helping our clients solve their most pressing financial and business management challenges; and implementing proven leading-edge technology solutions that enable them to operate more efficiently while minimizing risks and costs.
