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Job Description

We’re seeking a personable and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support branch-level accounting operations across assigned regions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, communicates well with customer-facing teams like loan officers and branch managers, and enjoys balancing independent problem-solving with team support.

You’ll be responsible for managing monthly close activities, analyzing P&L variances, and supporting compensation processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, a great attitude, and the ability to connect with internal stakeholders professionally and personably.

Key Responsibilities

Own monthly close tasks including 40–50 journal entries, adjustments, and 1–2 account reconciliations.

Analyze branch-level P&L statements and respond to inquiries about revenue and expenses.

Support compensation processes including override and bonus memos, appraisals, credit reports, and flood fees.

Collaborate with branch managers and internal teams to clarify financial details and train on P&L structure.

Assist with interpreting compensation contracts and using tools like Axis for calculations.

Contribute to continuous process improvements and help rebuild team workflows as needed.

Be a team player—support other regions when needed and contribute to a positive, easygoing team culture.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred; relevant experience may substitute.

2–3 years of accounting experience for Level II; 4+ years for Senior Staff.

Strong understanding of GAAP, GL, and branch accounting.

Ability to work independently, search for solutions, and communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders. Familiarity with Axis or similar compensation software is helpful.

Experience with mortgage accounting is a major plus.