Accounting Analyst I

On-site in Dixon CA. We are seeking an accounting assistant with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will be organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Banking or general office experience is preferred but not required. The successful candidate must be able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines consistently, and contribute positively as a team player.

Position Summary: Performs a variety of accounting and administrative functions to support departmental operations. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs and require flexibility, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new processes. The successful candidate must be able to multitask effectively, work accurately in a fast-paced environment, and consistently meet deadlines. Daily duties will vary and may include a broad range of accounting, operational, and administrative responsibilities to support department needs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, banking, or office environment preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Escrow Accounting Responsibilities:

• Manage Escrow Accounting General Email Box
• Bookkeeping: Indexing and Audits
• Trust Recon's: Research and Resolved Account Discrepancies
• Positive Pay
• Return Items
• IBA Monthly & Yearly Reporting
• Overdrawn Monthly Escrow Reporting

Misc. Accounting Tasks:

• Revenue Reconciliation Cash Pushes
• Fidelity Home Warranty Process
• Disclosure Source process
• BankServ Process
• FTI Remote Deposits

General Email Requests:

• The Escrow Accounting General Email mailbox is monitored and managed by the team on a rotating schedule. Coverage is rotated hourly among team members, averaging 23 hours per person per day. The mailbox receives a variety of requests and inquiries including but not limited to the following:
• Bookkeeping
• Cashier's Checks
• Fee Ledger Voids
• File-to-File Transfers
• Manual Outgoing Wires
• OFAC Wire Processing
• Outgoing Wire Modifications
• Positive Pay Processing and Uploads
• Recall & Modify Wires
• Return Items
• Returned & Reject wires
• Recall & Modify Wires
• Savings Account request

Additional Notes: At the beginning, we will focus the training on specific requests that come into our general email box. Once they become comfortable handling a few of the requests, we will gradually introduce additional request types. They will then begin managing a shift alongside one of the team members during a less busy time of the day. Once they are comfortable with that responsibility, they will typically have a couple of shifts each day, usually lasting about an hour each. Depending on staffing for the day, and training additional shifts may be assigned, but we try to limit them to one hour at a time. In addition to learning how to process the various email requests, team members typically begin training on bookkeeping indexing. Their progress during this phase helps determine the next steps in their training plan. They will also be trained in a variety of accounting tasks to ensure they remain productive, gain cross-functional knowledge, and can effectively support the team's workload. Management will continue to evaluate their progress and determine any additional training and/or responsibilities that may be assigned based on their performance and development needs. Ability to pass Background, Drug Screen and if applicable Medical (i.e. Vision, Hearing, or Physical) if Required by Client. Medical, dental, vision, ancillary coverage and 401k benefits are available.