Celink

Compensation

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Why work at Celink Discover a different kind of workplace at Celink. You’ll join a passionate team of servicing professionals dedicated to our clients, their borrowers, and the reverse mortgage industry. At Celink, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a fast-moving organization while working alongside experienced, mission‑driven professionals. We value strategic thinking, collaboration, and integrity and constantly strive to be best in class. Joining Celink means being part of a collaborative workplace that values innovation, thoughtful problem‑solving, and continuous growth. Employees are encouraged to rethink traditional approaches, share bold ideas, and continuously learn and thrive. What Sets Celink Apart Flexible, remote work environment that supports work‑life balance • Supportive, collaborative team culture built on respect and partnership • Opportunities to learn, build skills, and contribute to meaningful outcomes • Emphasis on quality, consistency, and reliable support in everyday work Total Rewards & Benefits Celink offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well‑being, including: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including dependent care • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting • Employer‑paid life insurance, disability coverage, and parental leave • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible work arrangements Duties and responsibilities Responsibilities include: • Manage the operations and staff of the Custodial Accounting team ensuring accounting practices and controls are followed • Direct the transaction processing operations of custodial accounting • Review and approve in the accounting and banking system all accounts payable and account receivable invoices and cash disbursements and receipts • Reconcile unresolved transactions general ledger accounts daily to ensure resolution of outstanding items within compliance standards • Direct and review servicing loss and recovery transactions between corporate and custodial accounting • Prepare or review and approve custodial bank reconciliations on scheduled frequency • Coordinate and perform month-end close processes to allow for timely and accurate reporting • Review and investigate significant issues as requested by SVP, Accounting • Participate in cross company requests timely and cooperate with partners across departments • Maintain a documented system of accounting policies, procedures and controls • Accountable for ensuring internal controls are present and functioning • Adopt a lean approach to processes and procedures so the team is operating at a constant high degree of efficiency. • Assist in Identification, implementation, and testing of system enhancements that reduce operational risk, create operating efficiency, or improve customer service • Perform any other related duties as required or assigned • Less than 10% travel to onsite office in Lansing, MI Minimum Qualifications Education: • Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, finance, or a related field or equivalent experience • Minimum of 5-8 years of applicable experience in with increased responsibilities over time. • Experience with Custodial accounting, as well as experience in the mortgage industry is preferred Experience/Training: • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) • Management skills supporting achievement of deliverable deadlines • Experience managing others is a preferred Professional Certification/License: • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar designation preferred Skills and Abilities: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex analyses into structured outputs and present to staff and management. • Effective project management skills. Possesses critical thinking and decision-making, analytical problem solving, business astuteness, and process orientation skills. • Independent, self-starter; able to set agenda and drive progress with little direction. • Superior organization & attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and synthesize multiple perspectives to get the most important thing done. • Demonstrated and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to interact effectively with external (vendors/auditors) and internal clients across departments and locations. • Ability to solve problems, while recognizing opportunities, understanding risk and acting quickly to overcome obstacles and reach a solution. • Ability to organize, prioritize, and distribute workload for optimum efficiency • Ability to motivate staff to achieve their goals. Flexibility to engage remote team members to perform at their best. Working Conditions Work may be performed in a professional office or home office environment with no unusual hazards. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, headsets, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.