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Job Title: Accounting Specialist (Commercial Loan Reconciliation)
Location: Oshkosh, WI (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite per Week)
Duration: 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Pay Rate: $20–$23/hour on W2
Schedule: First Shift | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM CST
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support commercial loan accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for processing transactions, reconciling accounts, researching discrepancies, maintaining General Ledger accuracy, and ensuring all daily balancing activities are completed within established service level agreements (SLAs).
The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting fundamentals, advanced Excel skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and experience performing reconciliations in a financial or accounting environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile Commercial Loan accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Process transactions and maintain various accounts and ledgers.
• Research, balance, and reconcile financial discrepancies.
• Perform accounting adjustments and General Ledger (GL) uploads.
• Mitigate potential financial risks through accurate reconciliation and review.
• Complete daily balancing activities while meeting established SLAs and production goals.
• Clear outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Process and maintain transactions including:
  • Accounts Payable
  • Journal Vouchers
  • Vendor Invoices
  • Expense Reimbursements
  • Ledgers
  • Statements
  • Billings
  • Other accounting-related documentation
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all transactions.
• Research discrepancies and make appropriate corrections or adjustments.
• Respond to and resolve accounting-related inquiries.
• Post, verify, and validate financial data.
• Prepare and run routine financial reports and analyses.
• Collaborate with a team in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping practices and accounting principles.
• Experience with account reconciliation and balancing.
• Knowledge of operational debits and credits.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to identify, research, and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office applications.

• Formulas
• Pivot Tables
• Conditional Formatting
• Data analysis and reconciliation

• During training, candidates will be expected to take detailed notes and build their own process documentation using OneNote.

• Experience with General Ledger (GL) processes.
• Banking or financial services experience.
• Commercial loan reconciliation experience.
• Workday knowledge is highly preferred and will significantly ease the learning curve.
• Experience working with international transactions or multi-currency reconciliations is a plus.
• Five or more years of relevant experience is preferred.

• Hybrid schedule requiring 3 days onsite per week.
• Tuesday and Wednesday are required onsite days.
• The third onsite day may be selected based on business needs.
• Free onsite parking available.
• Work within a collaborative team supporting high-volume accounting operations.

• One Microsoft Teams interview with camera on.
• A second interview may be required depending on the candidate pool.
• Interviews will be conducted with the hiring manager and a team member.

Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
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We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, providing access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.