Senior Trust Accountant - Collections Dept.

Overview

A financial services organization is seeking a Senior Collections Accountant - Trust to manage complex financial data related to client, consumer, and company accounts. This role focuses on general accounting, payment processing, client trust, and account reconciliation within the delinquency management function.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), trust accounting, and payment application best practices daily.
• Manage all consumer payments and update systems of record accordingly.
• Oversee client trust accounting processes to ensure accurate application of payments and resolution of unreconciled issues, adhering to Federal and State Collection Laws and internal policies.
• Research and resolve reconciling items, maintaining proper documentation.
• Develop actionable plans to permanently resolve underlying reconciliation issues.
• Manage accounts receivable and prepare invoices as needed.
• Maintain corporate bank accounts accurately and establish control procedures to protect assets and minimize financial risk.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards while improving accounting operations' efficiency and effectiveness.
• Review and evaluate the work and performance of supporting employees.
• Support annual audit processes by preparing financial schedules, providing documentation, and liaising with auditors.
• Perform routine and non-routine financial data analysis as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in corporate accounting with demonstrated expertise in trust accounting, payment applications, and account reconciliations.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,500.00 - $77,100.00, adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors.
• Competitive wages.
• Medical insurance including telemedicine.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Basic and optional life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO), maternity, parental, and family care leave.
• Community volunteer time off.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.

Benefits are subject to eligibility, waiting periods, contribution, and other conditions.

Location

This role supports a remote-first, flexible work environment.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other protected status.

Additional Information

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.