Senior Accountant

Company Overview
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. 
We offer an extensive compensation package. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, company paid life insurance, 401K with a generous employer match and additional benefits such as Free Legal Services and an Employee Loan Program.
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!

Sr Accountant – Mortgage (Lombard, IL) $60,000-80,000
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proficient in accounting and financial management software and Microsoft Office products
• Advanced in MS Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 2-5 years of related professional Accounting/Finance experience
• CPA or similar professional designation preferred
• Mortgage industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant is responsible for; accounting functions supporting the Controllers of both operating divisions. The position reports to the SVP Finance and will have regular interaction with leaders in the finance operation including the CFO, and Controllers.
This position is an individual contributor role and requires great attention to detail and organization. This position will work closely with other finance, accounting, and business intelligence reporting teams and will be a key business partner for divisional presidents, corporate leaders, and operations staff.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Accounting principles, processes, and procedures in order to ensure accuracy, compliance and efficiency
• Support the Controllers in ensuring accurate and timely completion of journal entries and accounting reports in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare the full monthly profit and loss statements for assigned branches
• Attend P&L calls with Branch Managers to answer transaction questions and locate supporting documentation when requested
• Calculates and enters loan sale and revenue entries in a supporting role function
• Prepares daily and monthly general ledger reconciliations for assigned ledgers
• Work with accounting operations on the general ledger structure to support financial reporting across all branches
• Assist with various accounting projects as needed
• Contribute to process improvement related to above duties and responsibilities