Loan Accounting SpecialistTHIRD COAST BANK • Austin, TX, US

Loan Accounting Specialist

THIRD COAST BANK • Austin, TX, US

2 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary : The Loan Accounting Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all loan accounting transactions within the Bank’s portfolio. This role supports the daily, monthly, and quarterly reconciliation of loan systems to the general ledger, manages loan-level accounting adjustments, and assists with internal and regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and a solid understanding of commercial loan structures and accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities

Loan Accounting & Reconciliation

Reconcile loan subledger balances to the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all loan-related entries.
Post loan payments, fee income, interest accruals, charge-offs, and recoveries.
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and exceptions in a timely manner.
Review daily loan activity for accuracy and compliance with established accounting policies.

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end loan accounting reports for management and auditors.

Assist in compiling data for regulatory and financial reporting requirements.

Analyze interest income, deferred fees, and amortization schedules to ensure accurate recognition.

Support accounting adjustments for loan sales, participations, charge-offs, and non-accruals.

Process Improvement & Controls

Identify process enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency in loan accounting workflows.

Maintain appropriate documentation to support audit and regulatory reviews.

Partner with Loan Operations, Credit Administration, and Finance to maintain data integrity across systems.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure accounting processes adhere to GAAP, internal control policies, and applicable banking regulations.

Assist in system conversions, audits, and other special projects as assigned.

Skills and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.

3-5 years of experience in commercial loan servicing, commercial banking operations, or related functions.

Proven track record of managing loan servicing teams or processes in a commercial banking environment.

Strong knowledge of loan documentation, collateral requirements, regulatory compliance, and credit operations.

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on client service and cross-department collaboration.

Proficiency with commercial banking systems and loan servicing software.

Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and audit software.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to travel to various sites as required by the role.

Position Type :

This position is a full-time, exempt position. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm.

Direct Reports : None

Travel : None

Work Environment :

This job operates in a professional office environment. This position uses office equipment such as computers, phones, copy and fax machines, calculators, filing cabinets and printers.

Physical Demands :

This position will be responsible for writing, typing, speaking, listening, lifting (up to 50 pounds), driving, carrying, seeing (such as close, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and adjusted focus), sitting, pulling, walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, and reaching.

Mental Demands :

The incumbent in this position must be able to accommodate reading documents or instruments, detailed work, problem solving, customer contact, reasoning, math, language, presentations, verbal and written communication, analytical reasoning, stress, multiple concurrent tasks, and constant interruptions.

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