Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a mortgage company in Brookfield, Wisconsin on a Long-term Contract basis. This role supports daily accounting operations across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger activity while helping maintain accurate financial records. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist who can manage priorities independently in a fast-moving environment. Mortgage industry exposure is helpful, but training will be provided for specialized processes and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Handle invoice intake and payment processing for corporate and branch-related expenses while maintaining organized vendor records.
• Review employee expense submissions and corporate card transactions to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement and coding.
• Oversee daily cash application and receivable activity, including deposits and follow-up on outstanding items.
• Reconcile banking activity and warehouse line balances, investigating variances and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare accounting entries and maintain supporting documentation for general ledger transactions and monthly activity.
• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, monitor prepaid and amortized expenses, and keep schedules current.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close tasks, including account analysis, reporting support, and audit documentation.
• Assist with mortgage-related accounting work such as escrow payments, disbursement activity, principal adjustments, and daily financial uploads.
• Partner with the accounting team during training and process handoffs to ensure continuity and accuracy in ongoing operations.
• Detail-oriented accounting experience that includes hands-on work in a general ledger environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.
• Ability to research account issues, identify root causes, and correct inconsistencies with accuracy.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including lookups, formulas, and pivot table usage.
• Familiarity with audit support activities; exposure to 1099 reporting is preferred.
• Self-directed approach with the ability to manage responsibilities independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred, though equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• Experience in mortgage lending or financial services, and familiarity with systems such as Encompass, LoanVision, or Concur, is an advantage.