Finance Team Lead

Summary

Join World Business Lenders (WBL) as a remote Contract/Consultant Accountant! This role supports the Controller in monthly financial closings, managing various accounting functions, and ensuring compliance. Responsibilities include loan accounting, account reconciliations, vendor communication, and special projects focused on process automation. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance, 5-10 years of general accounting experience, and strong technical accounting knowledge. This 100% remote position offers a competitive salary and 11 paid US holidays.

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

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Controller to close books every month and take responsibilities as the second in command
• Accounting for loans, fixed assets, for 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
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, processes and internal controls
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Sage GL and AP is preferred, but not required
• Teams experience preferred
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Proactive approach and strong work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail

Benefits

• Compensation DOE
• 11 US Paid Holidays
• 100% remote position