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19 results for Payroll Accountant in Richmond, VA

Payroll Specialist

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a workforce of more than 200 employees in Richmond, Virginia. This Contract position requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage payroll activities accurately while also assisting with employee onboarding and offboarding processes. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, experience with multi-state processing, and the ability to work effectively within established payroll systems. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for a multi-state employee population, ensuring timely and accurate payment each cycle. • Maintain payroll records and review entries carefully to resolve discrepancies before final submission. • Use ADP Workforce Now and related payroll platforms to manage employee pay data, deductions, and updates. • Support onboarding and offboarding activities by coordinating pay-related changes, final pay, and employee status updates. • Collaborate with HR and internal stakeholders to ensure payroll information reflects current employment actions and policies. • Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and documentation to support compliance and internal review needs. • Address employee payroll questions professionally and investigate issues related to earnings, taxes, or deductions.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Petersburg, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing company in Petersburg, Virginia. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, managing payables efficiently, and contributing to a smooth month-end close process. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts payable cycle from invoice intake through final payment, ensuring each transaction is processed accurately and on schedule. • Examine invoices and supporting documents for completeness, correct coding, and alignment with internal approval requirements. • Compare vendor statements to internal records, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve outstanding issues promptly. • Maintain up-to-date supplier documentation, including tax forms, payment terms, and related records needed for compliance. • Coordinate recurring payment activities such as check runs, electronic payments, and wire transactions while meeting established deadlines. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and other balance sheet items to support accurate financial reporting. • Assist with general ledger maintenance, including tracking fixed assets, prepaid items, and other routine accounting entries. • Work closely with operational and purchasing teams to address invoice discrepancies, purchase order questions, and payment concerns. • Support audits and management reporting by gathering documentation, preparing analyses, and helping uphold internal control standards.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a client in Richmond, Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to stay organized in a busy environment. The person in this role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, routine reconciliations, and close-related activities while partnering with internal stakeholders to keep accounting operations running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Record and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial data within the general ledger.• Perform regular reconciliations for bank activity and balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.• Contribute to monthly and annual close cycles by preparing support schedules and helping finalize account balances.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to promote timely and accurate transaction processing.• Generate financial reports and provide support for reviewing trends, fluctuations, and budget-to-actual differences.• Uphold accounting policies and internal control standards by reviewing transactions for accuracy and procedural compliance.• Participate in audit preparation by organizing documentation and responding to requests for financial information.• Support assigned projects and additional accounting initiatives based on departmental priorities.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a private equity environment in Richmond, Virginia. This position focuses on corporate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, with an emphasis on indirect tax obligations, property tax reporting, and business license filings. The role also partners with tax leadership on research, planning support, audit response, and special projects while helping maintain accurate accounting records tied to tax activity. Responsibilities: • Manage sales and use tax, business personal property tax, real property tax, and business license compliance activities for entities operating in multiple states. • Gather financial and operational information from accounting systems and internal teams, then review the data to prepare accurate filings, amendments, and supporting schedules. • Compute tax liabilities when needed and coordinate the timely submission of indirect tax returns in accordance with jurisdictional deadlines. • Assist with monthly account reconciliations to confirm tax payments are recorded correctly and align with internal accounting standards. • Oversee the collection, organization, and ongoing maintenance of customer exemption certificate documentation. • Support the Tax Director by contributing to research, evaluating tax considerations for new business matters, and tracking legislative developments that may affect compliance. • Respond to inquiries and documentation requests from tax authorities and assist with audits by preparing schedules, records, and explanations. • Contribute to special projects and perform additional tax analysis or reporting assignments as business needs arise.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Glen Allen, Virginia. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across multiple entities, handling transactional detail, and supporting accurate financial reporting. The role offers broad exposure to core accounting operations, close activities, audit preparation, and ongoing process enhancement in a dynamic financial services environment. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day accounting work for a range of accounts, including balance sheet and operating activity.• Record financial transactions by preparing and entering journal entries while keeping general ledger information complete and accurate.• Reconcile accounts regularly and contribute to timely month-end and year-end closing activities.• Review balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm accuracy and alignment with accounting standards and company policies.• Perform daily cash balancing and assist with the reconciliation of account activity.• Research variances, identify the source of discrepancies, and work with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.• Provide documentation and analysis for internal, external, financial statement, and regulatory audit requests.• Support the development and maintenance of internal controls, accounting workflows, and procedural consistency.• Recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen the overall accounting function.• Work closely with senior accounting team members to uphold sound accounting practices and policy compliance.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a portfolio of mission-driven and nonprofit-focused clients in Richmond, Virginia. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys managing core accounting activities across multiple engagements while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and strong client service. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of essential financial processes and contribute to reliable reporting for several organizations. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for a group of approximately five client accounts, with an emphasis on nonprofit and purpose-driven organizations. • Lead monthly close activities by reviewing financial data, preparing adjusting entries, and ensuring reporting deadlines are met. • Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger through detailed review, posting support, and timely correction of discrepancies. • Prepare and record journal entries related to recurring transactions, accruals, reclasses, and other month-end adjustments. • Complete account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances and resolve outstanding items efficiently. • Perform bank reconciliations by comparing cash activity to financial records and investigating variances. • Use QuickBooks to manage accounting records, produce financial information, and support ongoing client reporting needs.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
17.4135 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a Real Estate & Property organization in Richmond, Virginia on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports daily loan accounting activities by helping ensure incoming funds are posted accurately, customer accounts are handled in line with loan terms, and service standards remain consistent. The role is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with payment processing, mortgage-related records, and account research in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process incoming borrower and client payments with accuracy, ensuring funds are applied to the appropriate loan accounts and transactions are recorded correctly. • Investigate and resolve lockbox exceptions, payment discrepancies, and posting issues to maintain accurate account balances. • Prepare and document deposits in accordance with internal controls, established procedures, and applicable regulatory expectations. • Assist with the setup, maintenance, and review of organizational account records and cashiering-related data. • Support reconciliation efforts by comparing account activity, identifying variances, and helping correct payment or ledger errors. • Review mortgage and loan documentation as needed to confirm payment handling aligns with contractual terms and servicing requirements. • Provide dependable support to internal departments and external customers by responding to routine account and payment-related inquiries. • Perform high-volume data entry and transaction updates while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and proper record retention.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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34 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for our consulting team in Richmond, Virginia. This role will oversee essential close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure the integrity of the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping deliver timely financial results. • Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity accurately and ensuring supporting documentation is complete. • Prepare and post journal entries with a high degree of accuracy and alignment to accounting policies. • Perform account reconciliations regularly to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly. • Complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances to support reliable cash reporting. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather accounting information and support routine financial reporting needs. • Review accounting records for completeness and consistency while helping strengthen day-to-day processes.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Petersburg, VA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract position. This role will oversee core financial activities tied to the monthly close cycle, account analysis, and reporting deliverables. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, works comfortably with detailed reconciliations, and can produce accurate financial information in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, maintaining ledger accuracy, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting deadlines.• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and investigate variances to resolve discrepancies promptly and thoroughly.• Manage bank account balancing activities by comparing transactions, identifying exceptions, and correcting outstanding issues as needed.• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear, accurate information for internal and external reporting needs.• Analyze accounting records and financial data to confirm completeness, consistency, and compliance with established standards.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather required documentation, clarify account activity, and support ongoing financial reporting processes.• Use Microsoft Excel to organize, validate, and summarize accounting data for recurring reports and ad hoc analysis.• Contribute to process support related to accounting systems and reporting workflows when needed as part of departmental operations.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of client accounting needs within a collaborative public accounting environment in Richmond, Virginia. This position is well suited for a finance specialist who is comfortable balancing multiple engagements, partnering directly with clients, and delivering accurate financial reporting. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across close processes, reconciliations, tax support, and financial analysis while helping maintain a high standard of service. Responsibilities: • Prepare and examine financial statements to ensure accuracy and alignment with applicable accounting guidance. • Lead monthly and annual closing activities for multiple client accounts, keeping deliverables on schedule and well organized. • Evaluate general ledger activity, post necessary journal entries, and complete account and bank reconciliations. • Contribute to the preparation of tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts as part of broader client service support. • Participate in audit, review, and compilation engagements by assembling documentation and assisting with engagement requirements. • Assess financial information to uncover variances, trends, and items that require follow-up or correction. • Work directly with clients to collect records, respond to accounting questions, and provide dependable day-to-day support. • Guide entry-level team members by reviewing work, offering feedback, and promoting accuracy and completeness in deliverables. • Maintain adherence to firm standards, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting deadlines. • Support operational improvements and take part in special assignments as business needs arise.
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee a critical payables operation for a growing organization in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role will guide daily AP activities, strengthen financial controls, and improve the experience of both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound accounting judgment, and a track record of building efficient, scalable processes in a complex business environment. Responsibilities:• Direct the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring invoices, payments, and close activities are completed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with company policy.• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of five AP professionals by setting expectations, supporting growth, and promoting a responsive, accountable service culture.• Administer and enforce expense reimbursement standards, while monitoring adherence to policy and resolving exceptions in a timely manner.• Oversee electronic payments, check runs, tax-related disbursements, and independent contractor payments to maintain timely and compliant processing.• Improve accounts payable procedures, controls, and system workflows to increase efficiency, support business growth, and align with best practices.• Partner with Finance, Procurement, and other business leaders to address payment issues, provide guidance, and support operational needs.• Manage month-end AP close activities, including reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and accurate posting to the general ledger.• Track and communicate key performance indicators such as aging trends, exception volumes, and payment accuracy to support continuous improvement.• Maintain strong internal controls and segregation of duties across disbursement activities, including support for compliance requirements and 1099 readiness.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Richmond, VA
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Temporary / Contract
17 - 18 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume automotive environment in Richmond, Virginia. This onsite opportunity is a Long-term Contract position focused on resolving invoice and payment concerns, assisting vendors and internal partners, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong customer service skills, solid accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage day-to-day AP activities with accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Investigate invoice discrepancies, payment delays, and account questions to deliver timely and accurate resolution. • Respond to vendor and internal team inquiries regarding supplier onboarding, payment terms, available payment methods, and current payment status. • Maintain vendor records by entering updates, verifying profile information, and ensuring supporting data remains accurate and complete. • Process accounting adjustments such as payment reversals, voucher corrections, and entries needed to address balance issues. • Reconcile accounts by comparing general ledger activity with supporting sub-ledgers and researching variances. • Assist with monthly close tasks by preparing journal entries, reviewing account activity, and supporting the accuracy of financial reporting. • Contribute to process consistency by documenting procedures, updating reference materials, and helping train team members when needed. • Support special assignments and additional accounts payable tasks as business needs arise.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Senior Property Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Property Accountant to support a portfolio of multi-family and commercial properties in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing general ledger activity, and guiding the monthly close process with a high level of precision. The ideal candidate brings strong property accounting expertise, works confidently in Yardi, and can manage competing priorities while delivering reliable reporting. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day general ledger activity for an assigned group of multi-family and commercial properties, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Lead the month-end close cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and review of financial results. • Prepare and maintain property-level financial statements and supporting schedules for internal and external reporting needs. • Analyze account activity to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain the integrity of financial data across the portfolio. • Coordinate with property management and operational teams to gather financial information, clarify activity, and support budget-to-actual reviews. • Ensure accounting records comply with established policies, reporting standards, and property-specific requirements. • Support audits and other reporting requests by organizing documentation and responding to financial inquiries in a timely manner.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Director of Accounting to lead core accounting operations for our wine business in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role will guide accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, strengthen financial controls, and drive consistent execution across the accounting organization. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting knowledge, and a focus on improving performance, compliance, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Lead the accounting team by setting priorities, providing direction, and ensuring day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities are completed accurately and on schedule. • Design and execute operational plans that improve productivity, increase effectiveness, and keep accounting objectives aligned with broader business goals. • Evaluate existing workflows and internal controls, introduce enhancements where needed, and communicate updates clearly to support smooth adoption across impacted teams. • Oversee accounting operations to ensure adherence to company policies, departmental procedures, and established compliance standards. • Manage and develop direct reports through clear expectations, thoughtful delegation, ongoing coaching, and proactive performance management. • Review departmental spending against budget, address variances before additional costs are incurred, and partner with cross-functional leaders to identify efficiency opportunities. • Monitor progress toward key goals and respond quickly to risks or issues that could affect service levels, accuracy, or team performance. • Maintain dependable participation in meetings and business activities while supporting timely completion of accounting deliverables and organizational commitments.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Accounting & HR Administrator

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting & HR Administrator to support both financial operations and employee administration for a growing organization in Virginia. This position blends day-to-day accounting work with human resources coordination, making it ideal for someone who is organized, analytical, and comfortable handling multiple priorities. The role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and values accuracy, compliance, and strong internal support across both business functions. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed on time. • Prepare customer invoices, follow up on outstanding payments, and reconcile account balances to maintain healthy cash flow. • Administer sales tax reporting and remittance activities in accordance with applicable state and local requirements. • Assist with payroll administration, including review support, reconciliation tasks, and related reporting. • Contribute to month-end close by posting journal entries, tracking accruals, and reconciling general ledger accounts. • Maintain organized financial records, expense documentation, and budget tracking materials to support accurate reporting. • Coordinate employee and contractor onboarding and offboarding, including required documentation and process completion. • Maintain personnel records, benefits information, policy documentation, and other HR files with a high level of confidentiality. • Support performance review activities, employee engagement efforts, and compliance with employment regulations and internal standards.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Property Accountant

Glen Allen, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Property Accountant to support the financial operations of a real estate portfolio in Richmond, Virginia. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate property-level records, preparing recurring financial deliverables, and investigating account activity to ensure reliable reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily and monthly reconciliation of property bank accounts, investigate outstanding items, and ensure issues are cleared promptly. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including fixed asset activity and capitalization entries, while identifying and correcting variances. • Prepare mortgage and escrow account reconciliations and follow through on any discrepancies to maintain accurate records. • Create and post journal entries related to accruals, reclassifications, depreciation, amortization, and other month-end accounting activity. • Review monthly management fee calculations for accuracy before submission for approval. • Assemble complete property financial reporting packages and provide additional supporting financial information as needed. • Evaluate account activity and financial trends, then communicate notable findings to support decision-making. • Contribute to the annual budgeting cycle and provide support for year-end audit and tax preparation requirements. • Participate in special assignments and ad hoc projects that support the broader accounting team and business needs.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to join our public accounting team. This role combines tax compliance, research, and client support for individuals and closely held entities, while also contributing to financial planning services for high-net-worth clients. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a client-facing environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and examine federal and state tax filings for individuals, trusts, gifts, and pass-through entities, including related estimates and forward-looking projections. • Evaluate supporting schedules, calculations, and return data to identify inconsistencies and address issues before filing deadlines. • Investigate complex tax matters, interpret applicable guidance, and present practical recommendations to colleagues and clients. • Communicate with tax agencies on client matters, including notices, information requests, and audit-related support. • Track legislative and regulatory developments affecting high-net-worth taxpayers and share relevant implications with advisors and clients. • Compile and analyze client financial information to help develop personalized planning strategies aligned with their goals and circumstances. • Assist with planning engagements involving estate and gift considerations, wealth transfer strategies, Roth conversions, required minimum distributions, and charitable giving approaches. • Maintain timely communication with clients and internal team members regarding engagement progress, outstanding items, and important updates. • Oversee multiple assignments concurrently, review work completed by early-career staff, and provide coaching to strengthen accuracy and career growth.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Staff team member to join a public accounting team in Richmond, Virginia. This position focuses on preparing and reviewing tax filings for individuals and businesses while supporting accurate, timely compliance work. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a client-service environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individual and corporate clients with a high degree of accuracy. • Analyze financial records and supporting documents to ensure complete and compliant tax filings. • Assist with tax planning activities by identifying relevant issues, opportunities, and filing considerations for clients. • Review workpapers, calculations, and return details to resolve discrepancies before submission. • Communicate with clients and internal team members to gather missing information and clarify tax-related questions. • Support the use of CCH ProSystem and related tax preparation software to organize data and complete return processing.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Director of Technical Accounting

Richmond, VA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Director of Technical AccountingWe are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee technical accounting and policy governance for a public organization in Richmond, Virginia. This role will guide the interpretation of complex accounting matters, strengthen reporting consistency, and help ensure compliance with public company reporting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting guidance and financial reporting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively across finance, treasury, tax, legal, and operations. Responsibilities:• Direct the creation, upkeep, and oversight of accounting policies that support a publicly traded mortgage-focused business, covering areas such as securities, financing arrangements, derivatives, fair value, income taxes, consolidation, and presentation of financial statements.• Build and manage a formal process for reviewing, approving, distributing, and tracking accounting policies across the company to promote consistent application.• Evaluate company practices against U.S. GAAP, SEC requirements, regulatory expectations, and internal control standards, and update guidance as business activities evolve.• Monitor newly issued accounting pronouncements, regulatory changes, and industry developments to determine their effect on reporting, disclosures, and policy decisions.• Maintain organized documentation of approved accounting positions, technical analyses, and supporting references in a centralized policy library.• Research complex accounting questions tied to mortgage-related transactions, structured finance activities, investment holdings, securitizations, repurchase agreements, secured borrowings, and hedging strategies.• Prepare technical accounting memoranda that clearly summarize the transaction facts, relevant guidance, analysis performed, conclusions reached, and required financial statement disclosures.• Advise accounting, finance, tax, treasury, legal, and operational stakeholders on judgmental or non-routine accounting matters and recommend practical, compliant solutions.• Support adoption of new accounting standards through impact assessments, policy revisions, and related disclosure updates.• Contribute to accurate external financial reporting, including annual reporting, SEC filings, and earnings per share considerations where applicable.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z