Senior Staff Accountant

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Job Overview

The Senior Staff Accountant will assist in managing and preparing all internal and external financial statements and management reports for the bank and holding company, accounting, cash management and safekeeping administration for the bank’s securities investment portfolio and reconciliation of general ledger accounts. This position works closely with the CFO to assist in all finance and accounting activities, and regularly interfaces with executive management, branch leadership and deposit operations personnel. This position will also oversee and manage payroll and process benefit billings.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for complying with all applicable banking laws and regulations.
• Responsible for complying with all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering regulations and the Office of Foreign Asset Control regulations.
• Maintains parent company financial records and generates consolidated financial statements.
• Generates GAAP and financial management reports for the bank including monthly closing reports.
• Manages the securities investment portfolio including funding and documentation of all purchases/maturities/sales, safekeeping activities, monthly journal entries, reconcilement, Board reports, and recordkeeping.
• Reconciles and maintains supporting documentation for general ledger accounts with specific focus on payroll accounts, fixed assets, other assets, and other liabilities accounts.
• Prepare regulatory reports such as Call Report.
• Works with auditors as needed to support the bank’s internal and external audit program.
• Provides back-up support for accounts payable, correspondent bank activities and funds management.
• Other duties as assigned include assistance with the annual budget, Asset/Liability management, property taxes, fixed assets, bank insurance, and payroll reconciliations.
• Manage and approve monthly billings from providers; review billings for accuracy and approve for payment in a timely manner; resolve discrepancies with carriers and payroll.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in accounting, finance or business; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years in accounting with strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Bank accounting experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of investment securities accounting.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong competency in Excel. 

Skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Strong attention to detail and able to process large amounts of data efficiently.
• Ability to work under stressful and time sensitive deadlines.
• Use good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Possesses clear understanding and complies with all bank procedures, laws, and federal regulations.
• Establish supportive working relationships with all employees to promote a team atmosphere.
• Displays effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Completes assigned tasks under limited supervision, with accuracy and thoroughness.
• Assists internal and external customers in a helpful and professional manner.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information.