Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Accountant supports daily accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accuracy, organization, and responsiveness. This role requires general accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Experience in the mortgage industry or loan servicing is a plus. The ideal candidate brings an understanding of mortgage accounting processes—including funding wires, purchase advices, and borrower payments—and is willing to be cross-trained across multiple areas within the department.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support for Senior Accountant and Assistant Controller as needed
- Provide assistance with various daily department routines relating to loan servicing
- Posting and/or forwarding loan payments received for mortgage loans
- Monitor portfolio loan payments along with payments of taxes and insurance
- Data Input/ Processing of A/P and A/R tasks as needed
- Coordinate interface between accounting software and other applications as necessary
- Daily mortgage funding wires for mortgage loans funding
- Daily processing of lender purchase advices for mortgage loans being purchased
- Transmit first payment letters to borrowers monthly
- Processing of mortgage insurance premium payments as needed
- Communicate with accounting personnel, clients and/or vendors as necessary to resolve accounting related issues
- Provide assistance with special projects as necessary or requested
Personal Professional Standards:
- Project an image of professionalism through demeanor and appearance while acting with integrity and honesty.
- Strive for teamwork and cooperation and actively participate in goals for self-improvement.
Key Qualifications:
- Microsoft Excel, comfortable with advanced VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.
- Loan Vision software and mortgage accounting experience preferred
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision
- Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems
- Two years related experience, or
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting
Base Salary:
The expected base salary for this position is between $55,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience and skillset. Base salary is paid bi-weekly.
Why Work for Universal Lending Corporation:
Universal Lending Corporation was founded nearly 40 years ago on the principle that our customers deserve individual and specialized attention throughout the mortgage process. We offer an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive. At Universal Lending Corporation, you can work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people, all sharing the same goal of helping people achieve their dreams. Universal Lending Corporation offers a competitive compensation package based on experience and skill, including a comprehensive benefits package inclusive of Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Physical Requirements:
This is primarily a sedentary position. Requires the ability to hear, type and talk. Finger dexterity is required to operate a computer keyboard. The primary work location is a corporate office with low to moderate noise levels.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not supervise other employees.
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel may be required. A valid driver’s license and active vehicle insurance is required at all times.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Disclaimer:
Universal Lending Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. Management retains the discretion to add, modify, or remove job duties at any time.