Oportun: Manager, Loan and Debt Accounting; R14205) Oportun

Headquarters: Remote – US

Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT) is a mission-driven financial services company that puts its members’ financial goals within reach. With intelligent borrowing, savings, and budgeting capabilities, Oportun empowers members with the confidence to build a better financial future. Since inception, Oportun has provided more than $22.7 billion in responsible and affordable credit, saved its members more than $2.5 billion in interest and fees, and helped its members set aside an average of more than $1,800 annually.

The Manager, Loan and Debt Accounting will oversee the day-to-day accounting activities related to Oportun’s loan portfolio and debt, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies. This role will lead key aspects of the monthly close process, including account reconciliations, financial analysis, and review of loan- and debt-related accounting activities.

You’ll also lead and develop accounting team members, strengthen processes and internal controls, and partner across Finance, Technology, and other teams to improve the scalability, accuracy, and efficiency of Oportun’s accounting operations.

At Oportun, we move fast and we hold each other to a high bar. If you care about doing your best work while actually moving the needle for real people, you’ll fit right in.

Your day-to-day

• You’ll oversee accounting activities for Oportun’s loan portfolio and debt, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• You’ll lead the month-end close process for loan- and debt-related accounts, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, flux analysis, and other close activities.
• You’ll supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members, providing clear priorities, feedback, review, and ongoing support.
• You’ll strengthen accounting processes and internal controls by identifying opportunities to reduce manual work, improve data quality, streamline workflows, and improve close and reporting efficiency.
• You’ll use AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies thoughtfully to enhance accounting analysis, documentation, workflows, and operational efficiency while maintaining appropriate review and controls.
• You’ll partner with Finance, Technology, and other Oportun teams to implement process improvements, automation solutions, and scalable accounting practices supporting loan and debt activities.

The right fit looks like this

You’re a detail-oriented accounting leader who combines strong technical judgment with a practical approach to execution. You know how to balance accuracy, controls, deadlines, and team development while continuously looking for better ways to operate.

You’re comfortable navigating complexity and don’t wait for perfect information to move forward. You communicate clearly, give direct feedback, and expect the same in return.

Skills & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting guidance.
• Experience with loan, lending, debt, or other financial-services-related accounting activities.
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing accounting professionals and reviewing the work of others.
• Experience with internal controls and accounting process improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate complex accounting issues, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple…