Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

Department: Accounting We are Walker & Dunlop. We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. Department Overview Our Accounting department keeps the official books and records of the company, publishes financial statements and compliance documents, and provides analyses and tools to company leaders to make the best business decisions. The department is made up of several groups who work together to complete all accounting functions including Loan Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Corporate Taxes, Special Initiatives, and Financial Reporting & Analysis. The Impact You Will Have This position supports the Company’s external financial reporting function and helps ensure compliance with SEC reporting requirements and U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). As a member of the SEC Financial Reporting team, the role assists with the preparation of SEC filings, financial statements, disclosures, and related supporting documentation for the parent company, affiliates, and subsidiaries. The position works closely with internal teams and external auditors to support accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance activities, earnings reporting, and process improvement initiatives, including the use of automation and AI-enabled tools. Primary Responsibilities Support compliance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for the parent company, affiliates, and subsidiaries Assist with the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements Prepare financial statement disclosures and related supporting documentation Prepare subsidiary, affiliate, and company financial statements and other required financial reports. Support the Company’s quarterly and annual earnings reporting processes Research emerging accounting guidance and company transactions and assist with preparation of related accounting disclosures Complete tasks and projects to support compliance with documented financial reporting controls and maintain related process documentation Perform reporting tasks and control activities to validate the integrity of financial reporting systems, processes, and data Collaborate with external auditors to address audit requests and financial reporting inquiries Assist in preparing compliance-related reports, including debt covenant compliance reporting Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation efforts, including the use of automation and AI-enabled solutions Perform other duties as assigned Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Progress toward CPA certification strongly preferred Solid understanding of GAAP required 3+ years of audit experience with a Big Four public accounting firm required Financial services industry experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills Effective written and verbal communication skills across multiple levels of the organization Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and accurately Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications Experience with Oracle NetSuite preferred Demonstrated initiative and accountability with a commitment to maintaining accounting best practices Ability to adapt and work effectively in a fast-paced environment Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders This position has an estimated base salary of $75,000 - $95,000 plus a discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. #LI-MJ1 #LI-Hybrid What We Offer  The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the gold level of the 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include: - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions - Competitive dental and vision benefits - 401(k) + match - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance - Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs - Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Career development opportunities Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching *Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers. SPAM Please be wary of recruitment scams. An indication of a scam might be a request for sensitive or bank information at the time of application or emails coming from a non walkerdunlop.com email address. Please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io, if you have any concerns about information requested during or after the application process. Fair Chance Hiring Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Our experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to success, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy, humble and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in our area.