Supervisor, Loan Accounting

Navient•Herndon, VA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Supervisor, Loan Accounting supports Navient’s mission by ensuring accurate, timely accounting for NCFC student loan portfolios and securitized trusts. This role leads a small team, strengthens internal controls, and partners closely with cross‑functional groups to resolve variances and deliver dependable financial results. Ideal candidates bring strong accounting expertise, solid communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex servicing environments with confidence and clarity. This is a hybrid role, reporting to our Herndon office 2 days/ week (Tuesday/ Wednesday) Why You'll Love it Here: Our Herndon office offers a welcoming, convenient environment designed to support your workday. You’ll enjoy an onsite café plus a nearby kitchenette equipped with coffee, vending, and space to relax or eat with colleagues. Team members can also take advantage of an onsite gym. Beyond the office, Navient provides a generous PTO program, a robust e‑learning platform, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, a competitive 401(k) match, and HSA options to support your wellbeing and long-term financial goals.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree- Accounting/ Finance
4+ years of experience in a fast-paced accounting department.
Excellent communication skills.
Expertise in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
Excellent analytical skills.
Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Ability to multi-task while working under tight deadlines.
Analytical skills and the ability to independently make sound decisions.
Ability to collaborate with others and communicate in a professional environment.
Strong organizational and record keeping skills.

Responsibilities

Monthly Accounting Account for multiple Student Loan portfolios including both CLASS and externally serviced loans.
Review all workpaper and be accountable for all work produced by the staff.
Review monthly asset reconciliations for accuracy and ensure general ledger reconciliation tracker is updated timely.
Identify and timely resolve outstanding variances.
Guide staff to handle non-routine problems.
Developing Staff Provide and encourage personnel development and performance management of staff.
Coach staff to reach full potential in conjunction with efficient management of resources.
Assess needs and provide training as needed.
Provide timely feedback.
Support Department Objectives/Projects Provide support for both internal and external audits as well as semi-annual Self-Assessments.
Complete other projects as assigned.
Contribute as part of the management team.
Offer input and suggestions to management for department improvement.