Loan Accountant I
About The Position
We are excited to announce that we are seeking candidates to fill a Loan Accountant I position based in Staunton, VA. From day one, you’ll become part of a collaborative, detail-oriented team dedicated to supporting agriculture and rural communities. In this role, you’ll provide critical financial and loan accounting support, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across capital markets and loan systems. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data and supporting high-quality service to our customer-owners.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in accounting, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Two or more years of experience in finance, loan processing, loan accounting, or a similar role
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage deadlines effectively
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products and financial systems
- Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with loan accounting or servicing systems (e.g., ACBS, DNA, or similar platforms)
- Knowledge of financial operations within agricultural or rural lending environments.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Book and maintain originated and purchased participation loans within loan accounting systems.
- Collaborate with internal departments, system institutions, and lead banks to ensure accurate loan setup, servicing, and documentation.
- Support loan reconciliation activities and ensure data accuracy across systems.
- Collect, review, and verify required documentation to complete loan maintenance workflows.
- Maintain and update loan systems in accordance with established procedures, ensuring compliance and data integrity.
- Provide responsive support to branch and lending teams for system-related needs and requests.
- Assist branch offices, staff, and borrowers with accounting-related inquiries and reporting needs.
- Identify solutions, gather data, and provide accurate financial information tied to assigned responsibilities.
- Follow all organizational security and risk management policies and procedures.
- Safeguard sensitive data and maintain confidentiality of financial information.
- Identify and report potential risks, threats, or security incidents in a timely manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
