Why Anchor Loans?

Anchor Loans is one of several operating companies owned by Pretium Partners (+$60B AUM Financial Services Entity) and is working diligently to expand and grow its lending footprint.

Anchor Loans, established in 1998, is the nation’s leading private, direct lender to experienced residential real estate investors and builders, and the first to surpass $10 billion in total fundings. Renowned for expediting financing for developers and investors, we specialize in bridge loans, ground-up construction, and single-family rental solutions for non-owner-occupied projects. Headquartered in beautiful Thousand Oaks, California, Anchor Loans currently lends in 48 states and is expanding into new markets and service lines to better serve our current and future borrowers.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support financial reporting in a fast-growing mortgage lending environment. This role requires a hands-on leader who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also driving process improvements and team development. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP and industry-specific regulations, and supports strategic financial decision-making. The Accounting Manger plays a key role in managing loan-related accounting, warehouse lines of credit, and investor reporting, while leading and developing the accounting team. Experience in real estate lending, investment firms, or private equity is a plus.

What you’ll do:

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

• Work with controller to prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of mortgage-related transactions

• Prepare monthly flux analysis for senior leadership reporting package

• Ensure proper accounting for loan accounting loan origination, funding, servicing, and sales

• Assist with quarterly accounting of third-party valuation models such as Mortgage Industry Advisory Corporation (MIAC)

• Track and reconcile warehouse lines of credit and related interest expense

• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations

• Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting

• Support audits (GAAP, SOC 1 Type 2, USAP, and regulatory)

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX and mortgage industry regulations

• Review quarterly regulatory filings and assist legal department with filings

• Lead, develop and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement  

• Delegate responsibilities and review work for accuracy, completeness and efficiency

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness

• Support automation and integration of accounting workflows

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, finance or related field (required)

• 5–10 years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role

• Prior experience in mortgage banking or financial services required

• CPA or 5+ years of experience at an audited firm with 2+ years as primary contact to auditors

• High proficiency in Excel

• Detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, lean team environment is a plus

• Strong knowledge of GAAP

• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Effective communication and leadership skills

• Experience with Sage Intacct, NetSuite, or similar ERP is a plus

Nice to have’s:

• Public accounting experience or CPA-tracking

• Prior exposure to real estate finance, lending, or investment accounting highly desirable

• Experience with close management software, such as FloQast, Blackline, TrinTech

• Experience with system integrations

• SQL, large database or system conversion experience a plus!

Work Environment:

This position can be fully remote for the right candidate although in-office staff report to Anchor’s Thousand Oaks office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Remote work is optional Monday and Friday.

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is $120K to $135K per year, plus annual discretionary bonus based on performance of the individual and company.

What We Offer:

The values of our employees reflect those of the company as a whole. If you embrace teamwork, innovation, and accountability you'll feel right at home. Our mission is to create opportunities for success by improving homes and communities. We set up our team members for success by offering a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D insurance

• Generous sick leave & vacation benefits for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits

• Highly competitive performance bonus

• 401(k) retirement program with employer match

• Tuition reimbursement toward professional development

• Workplace Celebrations, Team Building, Charity Drives, and Food Truck luncheons

• Onsite gym (Thousand Oaks only)

• 12 Paid Holidays

Diversity matters to our organization, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates are welcome and will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, natural origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.