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Assistant VP General Accounting

PennyMac Financial Services

Westlake Village, CA · Posted August 21, 2026

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PENNYMAC Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey. A Typical Day The Assistant Vice President General Accounting oversees the activities of the department and is responsible to achieve overall productivity, quality, and timeliness goals. As the AVP Accounting, you will provide oversight and supervision for General Accounting staff, schedule workflows, review daily and monthly work for accuracy, and ensure compliance with company policies & procedures. The Assistant VP General Accounting will: Manage overall Cash Posting process, including workflow and related systems Approve general ledger entries Develop and update policies and procedures as they relate to assigned responsibilities Increase efficiencies with process automation and procedural enhancements Facilitate audit requests from internal and external auditors Perform other related duties as required and assigned Demonstrates behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s desired culture and values What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience 7+ years of relevant work experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Accounting software knowledge, Microsoft Dynamics-GP preferred Proficiency in general ledger report generating tools Mortgage Industry experience a plus CPA preferred but not required Why You Should Join As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations) Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships To learn more about our benefits visit: https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits For residents with state required benefit information, additional information can be found at: https://www.pennymac.com/additional-benefits-information Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below: Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. Salary $90,000 - $150,000 Work Model OFFICE

The Assistant Vice President General Accounting oversees the activities of the department and is responsible to achieve overall productivity, quality, and timeliness goals. As the AVP Accounting, you will provide oversight and supervision for General Accounting staff, schedule workflows, review daily and monthly work for accuracy, and ensure compliance with company policies & procedures. The Assistant VP General Accounting will: Manage overall Cash Posting process, including workflow and related systems Approve general ledger entries Develop and update policies and procedures as they relate to assigned responsibilities Increase efficiencies with process automation and procedural enhancements Facilitate audit requests from internal and external auditors Perform other related duties as required and assigned Demonstrates behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s desired culture and values

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience 7+ years of relevant work experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Accounting software knowledge, Microsoft Dynamics-GP preferred Proficiency in general ledger report generating tools Mortgage Industry experience a plus CPA preferred but not required