Bank Reconciliation Team Lead

Summary

This is a 100% remote Contract/Consultant position with WBL. The role involves working closely with the Controller to close books every month, managing various accounting tasks, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies. The job requires excellent English language skills, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, 5-10 years of general accounting experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and fluency in English.

Requirements

• 100% fluency in English, with exceptional English verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5-10 years’ general accounting experience and demonstrated technical accounting knowledge
• Well-versed in IFRS and/or GAAP accounting
• Proficient with Microsoft: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint required; Teams experience preferred
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Proactive approach and strong work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Controller to close books every month
• Accounting for loans, fixed assets, NPL and REO assets, fees, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and other accounts (FAS 91 accounting)
• Reconciliation of select GL accounts, including cash and accrual accounts
• Coordinate with Loan Administration (servicing system) regarding recording loan updates and related data in Accounting system
• Annual 1099 generation and filing with IRS
• Special Projects including automation of processes through inhouse initiatives/3rd party vendors and other duties as assigned in support of the Corporate Controller
• Ensure timely vendor payment, review and monitor accounts payable aging analysis
• Set up wires, ACH and book transfers
• Communicate with vendors as required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Sage GL and AP is preferred, but not required

Benefits

• Compensation DOE
• 11 US Paid Holidays