Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
About the Staff Accountant Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional career opportunity for a skilled Staff Accountant (Originations and REO) in Oak Terrace, Illinois. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a fast-track path to promotion. Reporting directly to the Controller, Originations, you'll dive into a dynamic role managing critical financial operations in the mortgage and real estate-owned (REO) sectors. If you're an accounting professional passionate about precision, compliance, and career growth, this Staff Accountant job in Oak Terrace, IL is your chance to shine at a leading firm through Robert Half careers.
Our client is on an exciting growth trajectory, and this role is pivotal in supporting their financial health. With responsibilities spanning transaction management, reconciliations, and specialized calculations like Yield Spread Premiums (YSP), you'll contribute directly to high-stakes operations. This isn't just a job—it's a launchpad for rapid advancement in a supportive, innovative environment. Join Robert Half's network of top talent and elevate your accounting career today.
Key Responsibilities
As a Staff Accountant, your days will be filled with impactful tasks that ensure financial accuracy and regulatory adherence. You'll handle a broad spectrum of accounting activities, from processing accounts payable during month-end closes to verifying complex broker referral payments. Expect to reconcile bank statements and balance sheets meticulously, partnering with auditors and third parties to deliver seamless support. This role demands proactive problem-solving and a keen eye for detail, making it ideal for accountants seeking hands-on experience in mortgage originations and REO accounting.
- Manage financial transactions and prepare compliant financial reports.
- Support month-end close processes, including AP workflows.
- Calculate and verify YSP and broker fees with precision.
- Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Collaborate on audit requests and documentation.
Why Join Us? Career-Fast-Track Opportunity
This Staff Accountant position stands out as a career-fast-track opportunity. The selected candidate is poised for quick promotion, offering unparalleled growth in the competitive Oak Terrace, IL job market. Robert Half prides itself on connecting top professionals with roles that accelerate careers. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, robust benefits like medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a performance bonus structure. Be part of a team driving financial excellence in real estate finance—apply now by sending your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m.
Required Qualifications for Success
To thrive in this role, bring 2-5 years of accounting experience, ideally in financial services or mortgage sectors. A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance is essential, along with proficiency in GAAP, Excel, and accounting systems. Key skills include financial analysis, reconciliation expertise, and strong communication for cross-functional collaboration. Candidates with YSP or REO experience will excel. We're seeking detail-oriented professionals ready for a hybrid setup in Oak Terrace, Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Experience with month-end closes and reconciliations.
- Knowledge of mortgage-related financial calculations.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Hybrid work eligibility in Oak Terrace, IL.
Benefits and Perks
Beyond the attractive $80k-$85k salary and bonus, enjoy top-tier benefits including full medical coverage, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Hybrid scheduling supports work-life balance, while our fast-track promotion culture fuels your ambitions. Robert Half offers ongoing training, 401(k) matching, and more. This comprehensive package positions you for long-term success in Illinois accounting jobs.
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Locations
- Oak Terrace, Illinois, United States
Salary
80,000 - 85,000 USD / yearly
80,000 - 85,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial transaction managementintermediate
- Accurate financial reportingintermediate
- Month-end accounting closeintermediate
- Accounts payable processingintermediate
- Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) calculationintermediate
- Broker referral payments verificationintermediate
- Bank account reconciliationintermediate
- Balance sheet reconciliationintermediate
- Audit request preparationintermediate
- Regulatory complianceintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in financial services or mortgage industry (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations (experience)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi) (experience)
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills (experience)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (experience)
- Strong communication skills for partnering with third parties (experience)
- Experience with mortgage originations or REO accounting preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Manage a wide range of financial transactions and ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with regulations
- Assist with month-end accounting close processes, including processing accounts payable
- Calculate and verify Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) and broker referral payments
- Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheets with precision and timeliness
- Partner with third parties to fulfill audit requests and provide necessary documentation
- Support the Controller, Originations, in various accounting activities
- Maintain detailed records and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data to ensure integrity
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 plus performance bonus
- general: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- general: Hybrid work arrangement for better work-life balance
- general: Career-fast-track opportunity with quick promotion potential
- general: Professional development and growth opportunities at Robert Half
- general: Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Employee assistance programs and wellness benefits
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Job Description
About the Staff Accountant Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional career opportunity for a skilled Staff Accountant (Originations and REO) in Oak Terrace, Illinois. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a fast-track path to promotion. Reporting directly to the Controller, Originations, you'll dive into a dynamic role managing critical financial operations in the mortgage and real estate-owned (REO) sectors. If you're an accounting professional passionate about precision, compliance, and career growth, this Staff Accountant job in Oak Terrace, IL is your chance to shine at a leading firm through Robert Half careers.
Our client is on an exciting growth trajectory, and this role is pivotal in supporting their financial health. With responsibilities spanning transaction management, reconciliations, and specialized calculations like Yield Spread Premiums (YSP), you'll contribute directly to high-stakes operations. This isn't just a job—it's a launchpad for rapid advancement in a supportive, innovative environment. Join Robert Half's network of top talent and elevate your accounting career today.
Key Responsibilities
As a Staff Accountant, your days will be filled with impactful tasks that ensure financial accuracy and regulatory adherence. You'll handle a broad spectrum of accounting activities, from processing accounts payable during month-end closes to verifying complex broker referral payments. Expect to reconcile bank statements and balance sheets meticulously, partnering with auditors and third parties to deliver seamless support. This role demands proactive problem-solving and a keen eye for detail, making it ideal for accountants seeking hands-on experience in mortgage originations and REO accounting.
- Manage financial transactions and prepare compliant financial reports.
- Support month-end close processes, including AP workflows.
- Calculate and verify YSP and broker fees with precision.
- Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Collaborate on audit requests and documentation.
Why Join Us? Career-Fast-Track Opportunity
This Staff Accountant position stands out as a career-fast-track opportunity. The selected candidate is poised for quick promotion, offering unparalleled growth in the competitive Oak Terrace, IL job market. Robert Half prides itself on connecting top professionals with roles that accelerate careers. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, robust benefits like medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a performance bonus structure. Be part of a team driving financial excellence in real estate finance—apply now by sending your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m.
Required Qualifications for Success
To thrive in this role, bring 2-5 years of accounting experience, ideally in financial services or mortgage sectors. A Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance is essential, along with proficiency in GAAP, Excel, and accounting systems. Key skills include financial analysis, reconciliation expertise, and strong communication for cross-functional collaboration. Candidates with YSP or REO experience will excel. We're seeking detail-oriented professionals ready for a hybrid setup in Oak Terrace, Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Experience with month-end closes and reconciliations.
- Knowledge of mortgage-related financial calculations.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Hybrid work eligibility in Oak Terrace, IL.
Benefits and Perks
Beyond the attractive $80k-$85k salary and bonus, enjoy top-tier benefits including full medical coverage, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Hybrid scheduling supports work-life balance, while our fast-track promotion culture fuels your ambitions. Robert Half offers ongoing training, 401(k) matching, and more. This comprehensive package positions you for long-term success in Illinois accounting jobs.
SEO Keywords: Staff Accountant Oak Terrace IL, Robert Half jobs, hybrid accounting roles, mortgage accounting careers, YSP accountant, REO financial jobs Illinois.
Locations
- Oak Terrace, Illinois, United States
Salary
80,000 - 85,000 USD / yearly
80,000 - 85,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial transaction managementintermediate
- Accurate financial reportingintermediate
- Month-end accounting closeintermediate
- Accounts payable processingintermediate
- Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) calculationintermediate
- Broker referral payments verificationintermediate
- Bank account reconciliationintermediate
- Balance sheet reconciliationintermediate
- Audit request preparationintermediate
- Regulatory complianceintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in financial services or mortgage industry (experience)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations (experience)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Yardi) (experience)
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills (experience)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (experience)
- Strong communication skills for partnering with third parties (experience)
- Experience with mortgage originations or REO accounting preferred (experience)
Responsibilities
- Manage a wide range of financial transactions and ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with regulations
- Assist with month-end accounting close processes, including processing accounts payable
- Calculate and verify Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) and broker referral payments
- Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheets with precision and timeliness
- Partner with third parties to fulfill audit requests and provide necessary documentation
- Support the Controller, Originations, in various accounting activities
- Maintain detailed records and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial data to ensure integrity
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $85,000 plus performance bonus
- general: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- general: Hybrid work arrangement for better work-life balance
- general: Career-fast-track opportunity with quick promotion potential
- general: Professional development and growth opportunities at Robert Half
- general: Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Employee assistance programs and wellness benefits
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