What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loan Accountant position at Arkansas Talent Group?
Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a Large Bank in Little Rock, AR to find a Loan Accountant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone currently in a Loan Assistant or similar role or for a Staff Accountant with strong general ledger and reconciliation experience who is looking to move into a more specialized, analytical accounting position.
The Loan Accountant is responsible for recording, monitoring, and auditing loan-related accounting activity and general ledger data, while providing timely support to the Finance and Accounting teams.
This role can be based remotely for candidates located in the Central Arkansas area, with occasional on-site presence as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Record, maintain, and update loan-related accounting activity, including payments, transactions, and general loan maintenance
- Monitor loan data to ensure accuracy of terms, pricing, and system information
- Reconcile loan accounts and resolve discrepancies or exceptions
- Support loan servicing activities, including modifications, reporting, and inquiry resolution
- Assist with participation loan accounting, including setup, maintenance, and transaction processing
Ideal candidate will possess:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent combination of education)
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in lending, accounting, or other relevant experience
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and willingness to learn GAAP application
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ideal Background:
- Experience as a Loan Assistant, Loan Processor, Loan Servicer or similar, supporting commercial or retail lenders
- OR experience in a Staff Accountant or Specialist role focused on journal entries and general ledger activity, reconciliations, and researching and resolving discrepancies
- Exposure to loan maintenance, transactions, or account-level activity
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Interest in growing into loan accounting and broader accounting functions
Perks:
- Competitive Salary Bonus Opportunity
- Top of the line Benefits
- Ample PTO
- 401(k): 3% company contribution 100% match up to 6%
- Tuition Assistance
- True work life balance with Remote or Hybrid (Central AR) flexibility
- Tons of Skills Development and Management Training Programs
For more information, please apply directly or reach out to Jennifer Thompson on LinkedIn.
Arkansas Talent Group is a Permanent Placement Recruiting Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.