Staff Accountant II at HumanKind – Lynchburg, Virginia

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Loan Accountant provides accounting support to LendingKind and the Economic Resource Center. Attention to detail, organizational skills and an understanding of accounting concepts are critical.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Loan Management/AR: Responsible for the financial management of the loan portfolio. Including Ensuring customer payments are current and accurate and credit reporting. Negotiations with insurance companies on behalf of clients for loss payoffs on vehicles when necessary.

External/Internal Client Interaction and Service: Handle client inquiries, direct clients to proper personnel for assistance if necessary. Encourage and educate clients to use technology to independently manage their accounts. Support Economic Resource center staff with account status inquiries.

Payables Management: Responsible for managing the accounts payable process up to the point of payment. Including 1099 preparation and ACH verification.

Reconciliation Responsibilities: Ensure merchant processors, bank account, loan system and accounting system reconcile each month. Ensure intercompany transactions are reconciled and balanced to each other.

Reporting: Various demand reports for both internal and external customers including loan statements. Produces payoff letters, lien release letters and letters of guarantee for signature by the Treasurer or President.

Operational: Ensure compliance with both GAAP and bank regulations under the direction of the Controller. Assist with year external audit and other duties as assigned. Manage the title release process and ensure all required documentation is present and correct. Creates standard and non-standard recurring and required journal entries. Researches and resolves loan servicing and other issues in support of the Controller and President within the scope of authority and expertise.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITES:

• Extensive technical knowledge to include proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs/Applications, specifically Excel.
• Extensive database use and maintenance, Blackbaud Financial Edge, LoanPro a plus.
• Ability to create, understand, and interpret written material and data in a variety of forms.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills.
• Able to meet deadlines, while prioritizing workload.
• Working knowledge of entire accounting process.
• Knowledge of General Ledger Maintenance, and Account Reconciliations.
• Effectively communicate written and verbally with a diverse range of people.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Certified Bookkeeper designation or equivalent demonstrated Accounts Receivable experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting or related fields.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Complete and maintain all background checks and drug test.