Loan Accountant

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System - the leading provider of credit to American agriculture.

AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West.

We are in search of a Loan Accountant II or Loan Accountant III to join our Loan Accounting department in Rocklin, California. This full-time position reports to the Director, Loan Accounting and works as part of a team to provide all accounting functions for loans and leases through all phases of origination, servicing, monetary, tax reporting and collection.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and one-time home office stipend after initial training period.

Compensation Information

The base salary range for this position in Rocklin, California is:

Level II: $67,700 - $101,600; bonus at target is 8% of salary.

Level III: $73,900 - $111,800; bonus at target is 10% of salary.

Job Requirements

• Communicate internally with stakeholders responsible for direct customer interactions, legal documents, and compliance. Also communicate with external stakeholders including commercial banks and Farm Credit entities nationwide.
• Provide operational expertise and consultation on how to structure loans within the accounting system to all business units and branch personnel on complex loans and related financial products.
• Review loan documents and credit agreements for accuracy and consistency to the loan accounting and general ledger systems.
• Reconcile daily loans to general ledger outages and clearing accounts; conduct full spectrum reconciliation including reviewing, researching, analyzing accounts, documenting findings and processing the appropriate accounting entries utilizing multiple computer software programs.
• Perform daily and monthly report monitoring and make independent decisions to ensure loan terms and key data elements are accurate in accordance with guidelines under accounting standards, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Prepare detailed and organized work papers to support daily work and reconcilements.
• Train others and ensure teammates are aware of and performing updated processes and procedures; effectively update procedures, polices, and internal control documentation.
• Demonstrate a working understanding of loan accounting, financial accounting, and related systems.
• Lead the coordination of team members, other business units, and branch staff to provide quality loan accounting services; serve as a subject matter expert within the team to leverage experience and provide backup to various team functions.
• Lead various projects as assigned, both within the department and in collaboration with other functional areas.
• All work is in alignment with Internal Controls, accounting standards, regulations and organizational policies.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Generally, requires one or more years' experience in general business, accounting, finance or similar role in an office setting.
• Strong knowledge of finance and accounting principles.
• General understanding of credit related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, loan accounting, and general ledger systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven time management skills with proactive approach to deadlines.

Benefits Offered by AgWest

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic term life and AD&D insurance (fully paid for by the company)
• Paid days off annually: 15 vacation*, 15 sick, 11 holidays and 3 volunteer
• 401(k) plan (6% match plus 3% employer contribution)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Jeans are welcome at work every day at AgWest!

*Vacation accrual rates increase with tenure.

Details about insurance and retirement benefits are available at: https://www.farmcreditfoundations.com/fcfbenefits

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender orientation, national origin, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.