What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr, Accountant position at loanDepot?
Position Summary:
Responsible for independently performing and overseeing complex accounting functions to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information. Applies advanced accounting knowledge and professional judgment to prepare financial statements, analyze accounts, and resolve complex accounting issues. Serves as a key technical resource within the accounting team, supports management with meaningful financial insights, and provides guidance to junior staff.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares and reviews complex internal and external financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Independently analyzes general ledger activity, balance sheet accounts, and accounts payable and receivable, identifying, researching, and resolving complex variances and accounting issues.
- Performs and oversees account reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate supporting documentation in accordance with accounting best practices.
- Researches and applies accounting standards, regulatory guidance, and company policies to complex transactions and reporting matters, exercising sound professional judgment.
- Develops and maintains advanced financial analyses and spreadsheet models to support management reporting and business decision-making.
- Responds to complex accounting and financial inquiries from internal stakeholders by analyzing data, identifying root causes, and recommending appropriate solutions.
- Provides guidance, technical support, and informal mentorship to junior accounting staff, including review of work products as assigned.
- Assists with audits, regulatory examinations, and information requests by preparing schedules, documentation, and explanations as needed.
- Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency and assists with implementation of approved enhancements.
- Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline is preferred, and/or a minimum of four (4) years’ related work experience.
- Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, complex formulas, and VBA Macros for automation required.
- Experience in the Mortgage industry preferred.
- Big 4 accounting experience is preferred.
- Licensed CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
- CFA Charterholder or CFA candidate preferred.
- This role requires a hybrid schedule based out of Irvine, CA.
Why work for #teamloanDepot:
- Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
- Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.
- Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
- Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
- Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.
About loanDepot:
loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier, faster, and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today, loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide, loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local, regional, and national philanthropic efforts.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this role is between $72,000 and $99,000. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including your job-related knowledge/skills, qualifications, experience, and market location.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Salary : $72,000 - $99,000