Senior Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Senior Accountant, you are responsible for overseeing General Ledger Reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and adherence to internal controls. You are responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of Regulatory reports and select financial reports. You will serve as backup to the Assistant Controller and other Accounting staff as needed. As a representative of the Bank, you are required to present a positive and professional image at all times and be extremely flexible to meet the overall demands of the of the Accounting Department.

As the Senior Accountant, you are responsible for overseeing General Ledger Reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and adherence to internal controls. You are responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of Regulatory reports and select financial reports. You will serve as backup to the Assistant Controller and other Accounting staff as needed. As a representative of the Bank, you are required to present a positive and professional image at all times and be extremely flexible to meet the overall demands of the of the Accounting Department.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• 5+ years of experience working in Accounting or related field required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required

• Possess a proficient background in accounting application and apply it to duties
• Possess a strong attention to detail
• Ability to be self‑motivated and self‑sufficient with minimal management oversight or supervision
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Ability to multitask and change focus quickly without being stressed or overwhelmed
• Ability to have knowledge of and handle confidential company information
• Ability to be well‑organized and prioritize individual duties and projects
• Ability to work‑well in a team environment
• Possess professional communication skills when dealing with others
• Ability to consistently display professionalism and a positive attitude
• Possess proficient skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and Power Point)
• Possess initiative and be self‑driven, results‑oriented
• Ability to be a team player and assist coworkers as necessary

• Oversee General Ledger Reconciliations, while ensuring accuracy, timeliness and adherence to internal controls
• Reconcile selected General Ledger accounts accurately and timely
• Complete regulatory reports accurately and by the deadlines
• Prepare select financial reports accurately and by the established timeframe
• Prepare financial statements accurately and by the established deadline as a back‑up to the Assistant Controller
• Utilize SNL Global website to pull peer data and other information as needed
• Maintain compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements
• Consistently support, uphold and model the organization’s core values and standards
• Complete other duties as assigned as determined by management to be reasonable and beneficial

This position largely operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively with auditors, board members, regulators, management, and employees. Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is essential. Remaining in a stationary position frequently operating a computer for extended periods of time is common. Must be able to accurately gather and process verbal and written information and properly prepare or inspect documents.

Good manual dexterity is needed for the frequent use of common, and mobile office equipment, such as computer terminals, calculators, copiers and telephones. Occasional out‑of‑town or overnight travel may be required.