Responsibilities:
Manage the accounting of all funds paid to the Trustee.
* Oversee the posting of all Chapter 13 payments, escrow, PI settlements, IRS checks, and miscellaneous funds.
* Manage the accounting of all funds disbursed to creditors, debtors, attorneys, and the US Bankruptcy Court.
* Review, balance, audit and correct the Trust Account daily, including capturing and recording all daily work from the auditing team.
* Reconcile the monthly bank statements for the trust account.
* Download and process the paid items report from the bank.
* Review and correct account discrepancies, including making journal entries to our general ledger.
* Return information to bank personnel to make corrections.
* Answer inquiries from debtors, creditors, and attorneys regarding all aspects of Chapter 13 plans, especially regarding the closing of cases.
* Review and control the placement or release of hold codes for funds on hand in debtor accounts.
Review all claims filed in the case to ensure proper administration and make adjustments as needed in order to correct any errors.
* Perform the final audit of a case and request the closeout/final disposition of all remaining funds on hand.
* Respond to requests for payoff quotes, as it pertains to the sale or refinance of a property.
* Backup to Financial Technician to post the daily deposit receipts and internal posting adjustments.
* Generate and electronically transmit to bank a monthly report of EFT payments to insure the direct deposit information is received by the bank under dual controls.
* Setup bank/account information with employers for ACH payments.
* Consult with debtors, creditors, attorneys or staff as needed.
* Make claim adjustments when required or requested.
Monitor creditor “funds ordered back” requests that are made internally.
* Review the suspense account to ensure a zero balance at the end of each month.
* Review and balance the monthly receipt, computer check, voided checks/adjustment, and closeout registers prior to running the end-of-month disbursement.
* Review disbursement, check, and adjustment registers after the end-of-month disbursement.
* Supervise and participate in the sorting and stuffing of the end-of-month disbursement checks.
* Assist with tracking of blank check stock, and distribution of supplies when needed.
* Assist with the annual financial audit by working with our external CPA and Trustee.
* Prepare and/or assist Trustee with monthly and annual report preparation.
* Prepare and/or assist Trustee with annual budget preparation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA or CIA certification preferred
- Proven experience in auditing, preferably in a financial services or corporate accounting
environment
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards, including GAAS and SOX requirements
- Proficient in financial report writing and data analysis
- Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position.
It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits associated with the role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,008.
00 - $114,872.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health savings account
* Retirement plan
Physical setting:
* Office
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Ability to Relocate:
* Seattle, WA 98101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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