Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT) is a mission-driven fintech that puts its 2.0 million members' financial goals within reach. With intelligent borrowing, savings, and budgeting capabilities, Oportun empowers members with the confidence to build a better financial future. Since inception, Oportun has provided more than $16.6 billion in responsible and affordable credit, saved its members more than $2.4 billion in interest and fees, and helped its members save an average of more than $1,800 annually. Oportun has been certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) since 2009
WORKING AT OPORTUN
Working at Oportun means enjoying a differentiated experience of being part of a team that fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where we all feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to share our perspectives. This inclusive culture is directly connected to our organization's performance and ability to fulfill our mission of delivering affordable credit to those left out of the financial mainstream. We celebrate and nurture our inclusive culture through our employee resource groups.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position will support the Cash Accounting and Reconciliation team in ensuring the timely recording and reconciliation of disbursement and payment related transactions. The role also entails the participation in the month-end financial close process, including the creation of summary reports, and recording and reviewing of journal entries. The ideal candidate must possess basic accounting skills, strong knowledge of cash and deposit reconciliations, and a drive to enhance efficiency through process automation.
We seek a motivated team player with keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently. This position also requires excellent communication skills in English for collaborating with third-party vendors and cross-functional teams on diverse projects.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
- Responsible for the preparation, recording, and posting of journal entries related to cash transactions as part of the month close process.
- Responsible for the review and approval of journal entries including the review of the supporting schedules.
- Responsible for monthly balance sheet account reconciliations including the review of the supporting subledger details.
- Assist and partner with Capital Markets on deals and transactions impacting cash.
- Collaborate cross-functationally with payment operations team to ensure data integrity in support of cash operations and accounting.
- Prepare various summary reports in support of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Perform research and analysis of outstanding items, working with internal and external partners for timely resolution.
- Assist with the enhancement of the daily reconciliation process within Workday to allow for real time tracking of outstanding customer payments and disbursements.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on cash transactions and processes, including their impact on the overall business and accounting records.
- Assist with any internal/external audits to ensure all deliverables are met by designated due dates.
- Assist with ad hoc research, analysis, and reconciliations for the Finance / Accounting department.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
- A minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar degree.
- In depth understanding of GAAP.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- The desire for continuous improvement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required (English).
- Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment.
- Motivated self-starter who can work independently and within a team environment.
- CPA license (or equivalent) is preferred.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment opportunities without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other category protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
California applicants can find a copy of Oportun's CCPA Notice here: https://oportun.com/privacy/california-privacy-notice/.
We will never request personal identifiable information (bank, credit card, etc.) before you are hired. We do not charge you for pre-employment fees such as background checks, training, or equipment. If you think you have been a victim of fraud by someone posing as us, please report your experience to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
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What We Do
Oportun is an A.I.-powered digital banking platform that seeks to make financial health effortless for anyone. Driven by a mission to provide inclusive and affordable financial services, Oportun helps its nearly 1.5 million hardworking members meet their daily borrowing, savings, banking, and investing needs. Since inception, Oportun has provided more than $12 billion in responsible and affordable credit, saved its members more than $2 billion in interest and fees, and automatically helped members set aside more than $7.2 billion for rainy days and other needs. In recognition of its responsibly designed products, Oportun has been certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) since 2009.
