Staff Accountant

Base pay range

$24.00/hr - $31.00/hr

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant with a strong foundation in accounting principles and a focus on accounts payable to work a hybrid schedule in our Moorestown, NJ office:
Monday - Wednesday in the office with Thursday and Friday working remotely. The Staff Accountant supports core accounting operations in a fast-paced mortgage lending environment, focusing on accounts payable, wire disbursements, and month‑end close. This role ensures the accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, adherence to internal controls, and contributes to the broader accounting function through month‑end close responsibilities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid foundation in accounting principles—preferably with experience in the mortgage banking or financial services industry.

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely in the AP system, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Coordinate invoice approvals across departments, ensuring appropriate authorization levels and audit readiness.
• Ensure accurate classification of expenses to appropriate cost centers and GL accounts.
• Maintain accurate vendor master records, including W-9 forms, payment terms, and remittance information.
• Reconcile AP sub‑ledger to general ledger monthly and investigate any discrepancies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with vendors regarding payment status and invoice discrepancies.

• Prepare, initiate, and track outgoing wire transfers for vendor payments, loan disbursements, escrow transactions, and warehouse line activity.
• Reconcile company credit card accounts monthly, verifying all transactions with appropriate documentation and coding.
• Ensure all wire transactions are supported by appropriate documentation and have the required internal approvals prior to processing.
• Monitor daily banking activity including cash position, warehouse line of credit utilization and credit availability.

• Prepare and post recurring and non‑recurring journal entries to the general ledger with supporting documentation, including those related to AP accruals, prepaid expenses, and other disbursements.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve variances on assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Assist in maintaining the chart of accounts and vendor master files in alignment with company policies.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts related to disbursements and operational expenses.

• Assist in maintaining and updating accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested schedules, reconciliations, and providing supporting documentation.
• Maintain and improve AP processes and wire protocols to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and fraud prevention.
• Assist in documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) for AP and wire processing functions.

• Collaborate with other departments including Loan Operations, Servicing, and Secondary Marketing to support accounting needs related to mortgage loan transactions.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as directed by the Controller or senior accounting leadership.
• Provide backup support to team members during peak periods, staff absences, or process changes.

• Team player with a self‑motivated work style and a strong desire to exceed expectations.
• Ability to work well independently, multi‑task, and handle time‑sensitive material in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must have advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data filtering, and reconciliation formulas).
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels within the…