Staff Accountant

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts. Compiles financial data to aid Controller and team in the preparation of financial reports. Assists in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. 

Essential Responsibilities

· Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements – including those reported in the 10-Qs and 10-K for quarterly SEC filing and earnings releases

· Research and resolve day-to-day financial reporting issues and assist with the resolution of new or unusual transactions to ensure proper application of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements

· Reports to Financial Reporting Manager, will assist Controller and other members of Accounting department, serving as backup, as needed

· Maintain fixed-asset system

· Prepare and maintain accurate payments and documentation for stock re-purchases

· Maintain ACL analysis, along with projections and changing accounting requirements

· Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for the Wealth Management department

· Work with, and maintain current knowledge of the following: 

o Consolidated financial statements

o Period-end closing process and procedures

o Accounts payable

o Lease accounting

o Reconcilements

o Board reports

o Regulatory reports

o Holding company audited financial reports

o General ledger accounting

· Perform additional responsibilities, as assigned by supervisor(s)

Competencies & Qualifications

· Minimum two years of college coursework in Accounting, Finance, or related business focus with minimum two years of relevant experience OR four-year college degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business focus 

· Good knowledge and understanding of accounting principles

· Excellent technical capacity and computer operations experience

· Excellent analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills

· Effective verbal and written communication skills