Payroll Accounting Specialist

Payroll Accounting Specialist

This is an on-site position based out of our Lombard, IL office.
 

Mutual of Omaha is a Fortune 300 Company. Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is inspired by hometown values and a commitment to being responsible and caring for each other. We exist for the benefit of our customers and employees.

Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is a full-service lending company offering both Forward and Reverse Mortgage products including a complete line of residential mortgage, refinancing, specialty, and HECM loans. We employ a knowledgeable staff of experienced Loan Officers with an operations team that is second to none. If you are interested in joining a team that promotes from within and works together toward a common goal of helping customers with their mortgage needs, please review and apply for our opening below!

The Work:
We are seeking individuals who are detail oriented and willing to join a fast pace, time sensitive and constantly changing environment.

As a Payroll Accounting Specialist, you will be a fundamental member of our Payroll and Finance Teams. In this role you will ensure among other things, timely completion of all commission statements through our automated system.


Duties Include:

• Create, and review commission statements for Sales Team using automated system.
• Process, calculate and review draw balances for Sales Teams.
• Enter new hire compensation plans into commission system.
• Make changes within commission system as Sales Staff plans change.
• Deliver excellent customer service to sales staff and management by addressing questions professionally and promptly
• Collaborate with various different departments including Finance, Payroll and Human Resources to provide necessary reporting.
• Work on special projects such as process improvements, data analysis/compilation, presentations, report building, etc.
• Assist in internal and external audit request to ensure compliance.
• Other Payroll/Finance Duties as needed.

 
Why Choose Mutual:

• Work/Life Balance / Great Benefits – We understand you have a life outside of work and support a healthy work/life balance with flexible schedules and robust benefits including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Employee Mortgage Loan Discounts and 401K with match
• Love What You Do – Play an integral role in helping clients with their financial solutions.
• Awesome Culture –Whether it's participating in a variety of volunteer opportunities, enjoying company outings, or working on a team that works hard but has fun doing it, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage's family-like culture is second to none!
• Growth and Advancement –Your hard works creates your future advancement opportunities, advancement opportunities include roles with significant bonus potential.
• Coaching and Continued Training– We understand you may not have Mortgage experience. We provide extensive coaching so you can thrive easily without the "sink or swim" fear.

 
 The Person:

• BA or BS degree - Preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Statistics Etc.
• 4+ Years experience in an accounting or payroll function, commissions or sales environment preferred
• Previous Mortgage Experience a plus
• Knowledge of Sales Incentive Systems a plus.
• Detailed-oriented with excellent analytical skills and ability to identify/resolve problems
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong quantitative skills
• Proficient in Excel
• Impeccable attention to detail and solid customer service instincts

We are highly respected in our industry and growing our office with long term employees who are striving for a career.
 

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$75,000 annually.

Mutual of Omaha Mortgage is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse, talented, qualified applicants to apply. We offer an extensive compensation package. Benefits include: 

• Vacation — Vacation hours accrue on a per pay period basis. Balance maximums are based on years of service. 
• Paid Sick Time — 40 hours of paid sick time after 90 days of employment. State sick time requirements will be added as needed. 
• 9 Paid Holidays + 1 Cultural Celebration Day (Floating Holiday) 
• Multiple PPO Medical Plans, as well as HDHP eligible plan. 
• Dental Coverage 
• Vision Coverage 
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• 401K with a generous employer match 
• Additional Benefits including – Optional Life, FSA, Pet Insurance etc. 
• Free Legal Services 
• Employee Loan Program