Accountant

Accountant

Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

About the Opportunity

Cornerstone Mortgage Group is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join its growing accounting team. This individual will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on Accounts Payable, invoice processing, General Ledger coding, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and looking to grow their accounting career within a fast-paced mortgage environment.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume Accounts Payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing.
• Accurately assign and validate General Ledger (GL) account codes and cost center allocations.
• Review invoices for accuracy and compliance with company accounting policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with journal entries and General Ledger maintenance.
• Support internal and external audit requests by gathering required documentation.
• Partner with accounting, operations, and mortgage servicing teams to resolve financial questions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and internal controls.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes.
• Experience with General Ledger coding and account reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze invoices and accurately allocate expenses to the appropriate GL accounts.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience within the mortgage, lending, banking, or financial services industry.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities in a high-volume accounting environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication abilities.
• Interested in growing within a stable and expanding accounting organization.