Accounting Manager (Housing Finance)
Description
2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is seeking interested candidates with accounting experience in the housing finance industry. This person would be a senior member of the project team supporting the execution of monthly mortgage accounting processes, including the completion of various accounting schedules, journal entries, and account reconciliations. In addition, this person would support ongoing accounting process improvements and special projects as they arise.
We are looking for candidates with housing finance experience and at least four years of experience managing accounting functions including experience in journal entry and reconciliation preparation and review. Strong Excel skills are required to support the analysis and reconciliation of data. Strong analytical and communication skills are required to perform data and financial analysis and effectively communicate results.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare or review complex reconciliations, journal entries, and schedules.
- Analyze accounting results for accuracy and completeness, and develop recommended solutions based on this analysis.
- Assist or lead the implementation of accounting process improvements including the enhancement of data, reconciliation, or reporting processes or systems.
- Provide guidance to members of the project team to resolve accounting issues and improve accounting processes.
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in Accounting.
- 5 years managing accounting activities.
- Above average Excel skills and significant data analysis and reconciliation experience.
- Experience in mortgage related accounting, reporting, or housing finance.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a project 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:
- Experience automating manual accounting processes using Excel Macros/VBA or other Microsoft Office tools.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Federal accounting experience.
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.