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Valon · 1 day ago

Sr. Investor Accounting Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Valon is transforming mortgage servicing and consumer direct lending with a technology-first approach. They are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Sr. Investor Accounting Analyst to lead complex reconciliations, ensure accurate investor reporting and remittances, and serve as a subject matter expert on investor accounting requirements.

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Responsibilities

Lead the preparation, review, and submission of accurate monthly and daily investor reporting and remittances for FNMA, FHLMC, and GNMA portfolios

Own complex reconciliations for custodial, clearing, and disbursement accounts, ensuring discrepancies are identified, escalated when appropriate, and fully remediated

Serve as the primary owner for investor account break resolution, including RCA, long-term remediation planning, and control improvements

Oversee month-end close activities for investor accounting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery

Act as a subject matter expert on investor reporting guidelines, custodial account requirements, and portfolio-specific reconciliation standards

Maintain deep working knowledge of GSE-required forms and reconciliations, including but not limited to: FNMA 496/496a and Schedules, FHLMC 75 / 59, GNMA UC/OC, TOEPI, and custodial reporting

Interpret ambiguous or evolving investor guidance to determine operational impacts and advise leadership

Provide guidance, coaching, and training to Analyst-level team members, helping build technical depth across the team

Review reconciliation work prepared by junior staff and provide feedback to ensure quality and accuracy

Lead cross-functional initiatives with Cash Ops, Loan Accounting, Servicing, and Product/Engineering teams to improve systems, automate workflows, and strengthen controls

Represent Investor Accounting in internal and external audits, as well as client or investor reviews

Identify trends, risk areas, and process breakdowns within reconciliations and reporting workflows; propose and implement improvements

Develop or enhance internal controls and documentation to ensure compliance with investor guidelines and regulatory requirements

Participate in system enhancement discussions, providing detailed user feedback and validating new investor reporting functionality

Qualification

Investor accountingComplex reconciliationsGSE reportingMicrosoft ExcelProcess improvementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMentorship

Required

5+ years of experience in investor accounting, custodial account management, or MSR-related financial operations within mortgage servicing

Proven experience independently managing complex reconciliations across clearing, payment, and custodial accounts

Hands-on experience performing investor reporting for FNMA, FHLMC, and GNMA portfolios

Deep familiarity with GSE forms, custodial account establishment requirements, and end-to-end reporting workflows

Demonstrated ability to mentor others, lead initiatives, and operate with minimal direction

Experience partnering with product and engineering teams to enhance systems or automate workflows

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to resolve complex accounting variances

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex reconciliation issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, advanced formulas, data analysis)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or 4–6 years equivalent experience in investor accounting functions

Ability to work effectively in both virtual and in-person collaborative settings

High attention to detail and a strong ownership mindset

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401 (k) plan

Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision benefits

Pre-tax deductions for public transportation, rideshare services, and parking expenses

Company-wide orientation for you to successfully onboard and other learning & development opportunities, including regular review cycles that feature 360-degree feedback

17 days paid time off, sick days, and 11 company holidays

12 weeks off for both birthing and non-birthing parents - fully paid