Accountant (Housing Finance)

Consulting and Client Services Washington, D.C., United States


Description

2ndWave LLC (2ndWave) is seeking interested accounting professionals with experience in the housing finance industry. 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 two to four years of housing finance industry 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 execute monthly mortgage related accounting data validations and prepare related journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Analyze accounting results for accuracy and completeness and develop solutions based on this analysis.
  • Work as a member of the project team to identify and implement improvements to streamline accounting processes and increase efficiency and accuracy.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in accounting and 2 years of relevant accounting experience in the housing finance industry. Strong above average Excel skills.
  • Experience reconciling and validating financial results.
  • 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.