A Day in the Life

The Senior Accountant - Mortgage is responsible for supporting the accounting operations related to mortgage lending activities, including loan accounting, servicing transactions, and financial reporting. This role ensures accuracy, compliance with GAAP, and alignment with investor, regulatory, and internal reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and experience within a mortgage banking environment. Some travel may be required.

Lendistry Home Loans: Who We Are

Lendistry Home Loans is a subsidiary of B.S.D. Capital, Inc. We created Lendistry Home Loans to help undercapitalized families and communities access fair, responsible mortgages when purchasing and/or refinancing property.

Lendistry Home Loans offers residential loans between $25,000 - $5,000,000. Lendistry Home Loans will be a direct lender but might broker on occasion based on economic and market conditions. https://lendistryhomeloans.com/licensing/

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and maintain journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to mortgage loan activity (originations, sales, servicing, and payoffs)
• Reconcile loan accounting systems to the general ledger, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial data
• Support accounting for mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), including valuation entries and ongoing tracking
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze and monitor loan pipelines, warehouse lines of credit, and funding activities
• Ensure proper accounting treatment for loan sales, securitizations, and investor settlements
• Partner with servicing, capital markets, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes
• Support external audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations by preparing requested documentation
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting (SOX compliance, if applicable)
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support automation initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient and effective operation of the department and that help to make Lendistry the best place to work!

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA or CPA-eligible preferred
• 4-6+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2+ years in mortgage banking, lending, or financial services
• Strong understanding of GAAP, particularly as it relates to loan accounting and revenue recognition
• Experience with mortgage lifecycle accounting (origination through sale/servicing)
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Workday, NetSuite, SAP) and advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with large data sets and reconciling complex accounts
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Birthday Day Off
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k) Match
• FSA and HSA
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Courses
• In Office Provided Snacks and Drinks
• Gym Facilities (LA & Tustin/CEC Offices)
• In Office Engagement Activities

Compensation Range

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 - $110,000 annually.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for new hires for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors like job-related skills, experience, and state of residence. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the interview process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include any variable compensation elements.

Physical Requirements

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting (approximately 95%), repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. It also may require occasional standing, lifting, carrying of 20lbs or less, walking, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, and reaching above the shoulder. Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position.