Staff Accountant - Corporate

Staff Accountant - Corporate

General Summary:
Performs a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting activities, with a primary focus on accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), general ledger (GL) analysis, and regulatory reporting. Utilizes automated accounting systems, spreadsheets, and other computer applications to execute responsibilities efficiently. Also supports special projects within the Accounting function as needed to assist management.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains accounts payable (AP) systems, including vendor master data and approval authorization structures. Partners with Purchasing and other departments to manage invoice workflows, vendor updates, user access changes, and related activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate invoice processing, including PO matching, American Express payments, travel and expense reimbursements, Director fees, and miscellaneous disbursements. Reviews invoices for policy compliance and collaborates with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies. Processes cash disbursements via check, ACH, and EFT, and manages all cash receipt and deposit activities.
• Researches and resolves general ledger (GL) reconciling items by investigating discrepancies, partnering with cross-functional teams, and facilitating accurate corrections.
• Supports expense management processes within AP systems, including the preparation, analysis, and reporting of related financial data.
• Prepares, analyzes, and manages reporting across AP and related processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with FHLB policies and standards.
• Provides backup support for key Accounting functions and assists with departmental activities as needed.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities for process and technology improvements within Accounting. Develops and presents recommendations to management and supports implementation efforts. Ensures End User Computing (EUC) applications comply with FHLB governance standards.
• Performs additional duties and participates in special projects as assigned by management.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with sufficient coursework to be eligible or near eligible for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure.
• Minimum of one year of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and processes, including recording, classifying, and summarizing financial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting systems, including sub-ledger systems (both automated and manual).
• Proficiency in computer applications, including intermediate-level spreadsheet skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data to produce accurate and meaningful reports.
• High level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet
  tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, identify unusual or complex issues, exercise sound professional judgment, and recommend and implement solutions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates interest in working with a variety of backgrounds and perspectives that align with the Bank’s core value. Promotes an environment of empathy and respect to ensure the inclusion of all team members

Working Conditions:
Normal office environment with flexibility to meet tight deadlines as required.