Senior Accountant

March 6

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Oportun

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Oportun is a financial technology company that specializes in providing affordable personal loans and savings solutions. They are recognized as Bankrate's #1 app for saving money in 2024. Oportun offers personal loans ranging from $300 to $10,000 for various financial needs such as bills, repairs, and deposits, with quick funding and affordable payments. The company provides a unique app that helps users manage their loans and saves money intelligently. Oportun also focuses on financial education and offers tools like loan calculators and prequalification services, which do not impact credit scores. Although Oportun is not a bank, they ensure deposits are FDIC insured through partner banks.

Financial Services • Responsible Lending • Pre-Paid Debit Cards • Serving the Underbanked • Data Analytics

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2006

💳 Fintech

💸 Finance

📋 Description

• This role is responsible for accurately handling the day-to-day accounting processes related to our Personal loan products. • The position will record, reconcile the related transactions, investigate and resolve issues, prepare schedules, and perform analysis that contribute to the preparation of financial reports during the monthly and quarterly reporting processes. • The individual in this role should possess a strong understanding of accounting concepts and a proactive approach to driving process improvements through automation. • This role demands attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. • Responsible for the preparation of journal entries for purposes of closing the books ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Responsible for the timely preparation, reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts related to loans on our general ledger. • Preparation of assigned loan schedules required for both internal and external (SEC) reporting. • Conduct month-over-month flux analysis and provide written explanation of significant variances. • Prepare loan related schedules as needed for audit and SOX. • Support with process improvements through automation and implement enhancements. • Assist with ad hoc accounting/finance projects as needed.

🎯 Requirements

• A minimum of two years of general accounting experience. • Four-year bachelor’s degree in accounting. • Strong experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, etc.). • Ability to meet strict deadlines. • Extreme attention to details. • Ability to prioritize multiple functions and work with limited supervision. • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Must be able to work well and collaborate with internal and external partners. • Positive attitude and ability to adapt to change. • Time & schedule flexibility. • Big four public accounting experience preferred. • Certified public accountant (CPA) preferred.