Staff Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you an analytical, detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys turning numbers into insight? As a Staff Accountant at STRATA Trust Company
, a subsidiary of Horizon Bank, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reporting that supports informed decision-making across the organization.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant, gaining hands‑on exposure to a wide range of accounting functions, from month‑end close and reconciliations to financial analysis, audits, and regulatory reporting. You'll also collaborate with teams across the organization, building a strong understanding of STRATA's operations and trust accounting environment.

We're looking for a motivated team player with a strong accounting foundation, a growth mindset, and a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement
. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career within a stable, well-respected financial services organization.

This position is based in our Austin office
, located at Barton Oaks Plaza II, 901 S. MoPac Expy, and offers the opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on day one.
This position requires you to be in the office.

• Financial records are accurate, complete, and prepared on time.
• Month‑end and year‑end close processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Reconciliations are thorough, well‑documented, and resolved promptly.
• Leaders and auditors trust the quality and integrity of your work.
• You continuously build knowledge of STRATA's systems, processes, and trust accounting flows.
• You take initiative, contribute ideas, and grow your role over time.

• Prepare journal entries and support general ledger operations.
• Assist with monthly and year‑end close processes and the preparation of financial statements.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and perform account and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare financial analysis and supporting schedules as requested.
• Support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and expense reimbursement processing.
• Assist with tax computations, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor and resolve bank‑related issues.
• Support regulatory reporting and data gathering activities.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including documentation and coordination.
• Help implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures.
• Learn and support core system processes related to financial and trust accounting.
• Other duties as assigned and/or taken on.

Specific requirements include:

• Minimum:
  Bachelor's level accounting degree and 2+ years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties of this position.
• Knowledge and training in computer systems including Quick Books, Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Strong reasoning abilities, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to analyze data and recognize inconsistencies and discrepancies and to work with supervisors and management on resolutions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong analytical capabilities, effective verbal and written communication skills, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Solid mathematical background.
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated initiative to take on new projects and learn new skills.
• The ability to successfully work as member of a team.

Desired qualifications:

• Direct experience working within financial services or similar industry.

Our commitment to our employees goes beyond base pay‑it includes the tangible things like salary, benefits, and special employee programs such as training & development, wellness, and flexible sick time. Equally important are the intangible factors like challenging work, a community focused mindset, and the opportunity to grow professionally. We do not hire resources; we invest in…