About Role

Robert Half is proud to present an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Accountant in the vibrant city of San Antonio, Texas. This long-term contract position offers a pivotal role within the financial services industry, focusing on loan portfolio reconciliation for a leading banking institution. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of complex loan portfolios, including commercial, consumer, mortgage, and specialty loans. This position is ideal for seasoned accounting professionals who excel in detail-oriented tasks, thrive in collaborative project-driven environments, and have deep expertise in banking accounting practices.

Located in the heart of San Antonio, TX, this role provides the chance to contribute to high-stakes financial operations while enjoying the city's rich cultural heritage, thriving business community, and excellent work-life balance. With an hourly rate of $33.25, this opportunity equates to competitive annual compensation based on full-time hours, making it a financially rewarding contract position through Robert Half's trusted network.

Key Responsibilities

Loan Portfolio Oversight

Take ownership of reconciling diverse loan portfolios, meticulously overseeing commercial, consumer, mortgage, and specialty loans. Your expertise will ensure seamless alignment between general ledgers, loan servicing systems, and historical transaction records.

Discrepancy Investigation and Resolution

Dive deep into complex variances involving interest accruals, escrow accounts, principal balances, fees, charge-offs, recoveries, and payment applications. Analyze historical transactions to identify posting errors, system migration issues, or flawed amortization schedules, delivering precise resolutions.

Journal Entries and Compliance

Prepare and document adjusting journal entries that adhere strictly to established accounting standards. Collaborate with loan operations and compliance teams to verify data, fostering a culture of accuracy and regulatory adherence.

Process Improvement and Reporting

Develop innovative reconciliation procedures and tools to boost future financial reporting accuracy. Strengthen internal controls, enhance data integrity, and produce detailed reports that empower strategic financial decision-making.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Senior Accountant role, candidates must demonstrate:

• Extensive hands-on experience in accounting practices, particularly within banking and financial services institutions.
• Proven proficiency in loan portfolio reconciliation, general ledger management, and discrepancy resolution.
• Strong analytical skills for investigating interest accruals, escrow, fees, charge-offs, and payment applications.
• Expertise in preparing compliant journal entries and developing reconciliation tools.
• Excellent collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams in loan operations and compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification highly preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of senior-level accounting experience in financial services.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal control strengthening.

If you possess these qualifications and a passion for precision in financial reconciliation, this Robert Half opportunity in San Antonio is your next career milestone.

Why Join Us

Joining Robert Half means accessing a world-class platform for professional growth in the competitive San Antonio job market. This long-term contract offers stability, competitive pay at $33.25 per hour, and the flexibility of contract work with potential for extension. Benefit from Robert Half's extensive resources, including professional development programs, weekly pay, and a dedicated recruiter support team.

Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment within the financial services sector, contributing to mission-critical loan accounting processes. San Antonio's booming economy, combined with Robert Half's reputation as a top staffing firm, positions you for success. SEO-optimized keywords like 'Senior Accountant jobs San Antonio TX,' 'loan reconciliation careers,' and 'banking accounting roles' highlight this prime opportunity. Apply today to elevate your career with Robert Half!