Accountant

Center Street Lending is one of the largest lenders for residential transition (fix/flip) and ground up loans for residential investors. Since its founding in 2010, Center Street has originated over $7.5 billion of fix/flip, ground-up, bridge and multi-family loans across 40 states. Center Street Lending provides expert guidance, fast approvals, speedy funding, and personalized in-house service that helps it retain one of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry with 4.8/5.0 google stars. We provide tailored financial solutions designed to meet the unique needs of real estate developers and residential investors.

Center Street Lending is proud to be a registered “Great Place to Work”, listed on the 2025 #Inc 5000 list of fastest growing companies and featured in Scotsman Guide’s Top Lenders publication since 2023.

Website: www.centerstreetlending.com

***Please only apply if you are an Orange County, CA local resident and the position is for in-office candidates only. This position is not a remote position.***

Duties and Responsibilities:

3+ years of general accounting required

• Full-cycle accounting experience required
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
• Prepare and analyze financial information and summarize financial status
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
• Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns
• Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Support month-end and year-end close processes

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Familiarity with financial accounting statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
• Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables.

Loan Vision experience preferred.

• Accuracy and diligence
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

Experience: 2+ plus years in real estate or mortgage industry preferred

Education:

BS or BA degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant

Compensation:

Hourly

• $36.06 - $40.86 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

• Paid time off/401k plan/Company Events/Great Team Culture!
• Health insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision