Accountant III

Overview

This role supports the accounting function through financial reporting, general ledger activities, regulatory reporting, account analysis, and process improvement. The position works with accounting colleagues and other teams to maintain accurate records, complete month-end closing activities, and support compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Use general ledger accounting software to prepare monthly financial statements and reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting procedures, systems, and practices.
• Monitor revenues and expenses, analyze variances, validate the consolidation of financial data, and monitor balance sheet accounts to confirm reporting accuracy.
• Conduct thorough account analyses, including verification against source documents as needed.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare analyses, and complete monthly general ledger closing procedures, including consolidation.
• Participate in projects and initiatives to optimize processes and deliver efficiencies within the team.
• Perform special projects, including research, analysis, and implementation of GAAP and RAP requirements across accounting department processes.
• Work with accounting team members and other internal teams to resolve reconciling items efficiently and effectively.
• Record and maintain clear and accurate month-end closing activities in accordance with the Group closing calendar.
• Assist with the month-end close process.
• Complete Federal Reserve reporting and collateral pledge reporting and analysis.
• Assist with FDICIA workflows and controls, CECL activities, audits, financial reporting, and lease accounting.
• Input securities buy and sell transaction activity.
• Maintain department and process policies and procedures.
• Monitor fixed assets and process and analyze prepaid expenses and accruals.
• Review daily transactions.
• Perform analytical work on securities owned by the bank.
• Monitor counterparty risk involving other banks, brokers, and vendors with which the organization does business.
• Monitor assigned entities for continued policy compliance and provide management with reporting regarding their financial condition.
• Provide customers with service through innovative and creative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or 7+ years of accounting experience in a financial institution.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including US GAAP.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage time constraints and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Extended hours of sitting and performing computer tasks may be required.
• Employees confirm they are able to perform the essential functions of this position to continue employment with the organization.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Four medical plan offerings
• Employer HSA contributions (coverage/plan exclusions)
• Employer-provided life insurance policy
• Annual health incentive
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays based on the Federal Reserve calendar

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity employer / veteran / disability.

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