Job Opening: Mortgage Accountant 2
- Company
- Arkansas Employer
- Location
- Lowell, AR
- Posted on
- May 20, 2024
This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more
information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4207307
The Mortgage Accountant 2 is responsible for a variety of functions
including the preparation and filing of regulatory, external and
internal financial reports provided to regulatory agencies and
management. Duties also include the preparation of general ledger and
other account reconciliations that are more complex in nature, the
preparation and recording of general ledger transactions related to the
purchase and sale of PMSRs (Purchased Mortgage Servicing Rights) and the
coordination of the monthly closing process. The Mortgage Accountant 2
is expected to assist with training and serve as a resource to the
Mortgage Accountant 1 position.
- Complete general ledger and other account reconciliations that are
more complex in nature. Specific assignments will vary and will be
determined based on the current needs of the department. These
accounts will require analysis, research and the clearing of
reconciling items. The reconciliations should be completed in a
timely manner and according to accounting policy and/or department
schedule for reconciliation completion.
- Prepare accounting entries for PMSR purchase and sale activity.
Prepare reconciliations of accounts related to PMSRs/OMSRs
(Originated Mortgage Servicing Rights). Work closely with the Flow
Acquisition Dept. and Investor Accounting Dept. to ensure all
differences are researched and resolved appropriately. Prepare
monthly acquisition reports for input into MIAC/DS (Mortgage
Servicing Rights valuation software) for modeling and reporting.
- Coordinate and complete the monthly closing process for
Arvest/Central Mortgage Company. This includes preparing the
necessary tax accrual and preparing or reviewing all closing
entries. Prepare and submit journal entries as needed to make
corrections after the books have closed.
- Provide assistance to the Mortgage Accountant 1s as needed in
following up on all significant reconciling items, researching and
clearing errors in a timely manner of all reconciliations. Provide
inputs and guidance on the completion of internal financial reports,
including monthly board reports.Assist with the functions of the
Mortgage Accountant 1s as needed.
- Prepare, distribute and file regulatory financial reports and other
external financial reports with appropriate regulatory agencies.
Ensure that the regulatory reports are prepared in accordance with
applicable regulatory guidelines and/or generally accepted
accounting principles. Obtain, organize and maintain supporting
documentation for the line items in managements review of the
reports with additional information and analysis as needed. Respond
to questions and provide information as requested by examiners and
auditors.
- Input or approve Outgoing Wire Transfer requests through the Arvest
Wire program and ensure proper approval and documentation are
obtained prior to submission.
- Coordinate audit requests for reports, reconciliations and
documentation of accounting records.
- Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the
bank\'s BSA/AML Program, as applicable to your job duties. This
includes but is not limited to; complete compliance training and
adhere to internal procedures and controls; report any known
violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations and report any
suspicious customer and/or account activity.
- Support and uphold the Arvest Mission Statement.
- Uphold the Arvest Code of Ethics and ensure that confidential
information is safeguarded.
- Maintain a high level of cooperation and rapport with all associates
in order to ensure accurate and efficient operations and servi e.
- Formulate and communicate new ideas and suggestions that will
improve profitability and efficiency for the company\'s overall
operation.
- Promote professionalism at all times.