Prepare journal entries, perform accounting research, and efficiently analyze large volume transactional data for loan accounting lifecycle (originations to sales and servicing) and other parts of the business.
Perform timely cash / restricted cash reconciliations for loan accounting bank accounts.
Account for the activities of the business in areas including loan funding, servicing, REO, warehouse lines of credit, securitization and others.
Collaborate with the Accounting Team to accurately complete the month-end close entries, processes, procedures and deliverables timely.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and roll forwards of balance sheet accounts.
Prepare monthly consolidated P&L and balance sheet fluctuation analyses for management and financial reporting.
Work cross-functionally with Corporate Accounting, Servicing, Treasury, Capital markets, FP&A, Tax, and Internal Audit teams to ensure compliance with policies and procedures, internal controls, as well as provide support for ad hoc requests.
Provide analysis on financial results (trends, performance metrics, benchmarks).
Assist in preparing audit support for external audits and respond to audit inquiries.
Assist in the preparation of Year End financials and footnote disclosures.
Participate in the ongoing development and establishment of accounting policies and procedures.
Strive to continuously improve the automation of accounting and reporting processes.
Leverage technology (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Prism/Accounting Center, SQL) to enhance and streamline accounting processes, financial reporting, and analytics.
Participate in special projects and department-wide initiatives as they arise.

Requirements

4+ years of overall accounting experience, with a mix of tech/financial service industry & public accounting experience combination preferred.
Prior Loan Accounting experience preferred.
BA in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
Strong Excel skills required (SUMIFS, Pivot tables, XLOOKUP); experience with Tableau, Snowflakes and/or Workday a plus.
Accounting experience in a publicly-traded and/or start-up company is a plus.
Strong problem solving skills, and an eye for enhancing processes.
Strong analytical skills, with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing, with individuals throughout the company.
Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Desire for career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Kiavi offers free employee-only coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans. Dependents receive a heavily discounted premium, competitively placed in the 90th percentile for cost.
Health Savings Account (HSA): For those enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Kiavi provides an annual employer contribution to HSAs: $1,000 for individual coverage and $2,000 for dependents.
Disability and Life Insurance: Immediate access to short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as group life and AD&D insurance, with coverage at 1x annual salary.
Remote Work Policy: Kiavi supports working remotely for day to day activities for most roles and occasionally may ask employees to gather in person for key meetings, training, team building etc. For remote workers, Kiavi offers a one-time office setup reimbursement of up to $500 and a monthly $85 stipend for internet and phone expenses. For in-office workers, Kiavi offers employer contributions to commuter benefits account, either for parking or public transportation.
Flexible Time Off: Employees are empowered to manage their own time off, with no strict limits, as long as it's approved by their manager.
Paid Leaves: Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for medical or caregiver purposes, and 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave. Short-term disability leave is also available for birthing mothers.
401(k) & Company Match: A 401(k) plan managed by Fidelity, with Kiavi matching 100% of contributions up to 3% of compensation or $8,000 (whichever is less). All employer contributions are immediately vested.

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Hard skills

journal entriesaccounting researchcash reconciliationsfinancial reportingP&L analysisbalance sheet reconciliationsaudit supportaccounting policiesautomation of accounting processesdata analysis

Soft skills

problem solvinganalytical skillsattention to detailtime managementorganizational skillscommunication skillsmulti-taskingindependenceadaptabilitydesire for professional development

Certifications

BA in AccountingCPA