Accounting Analyst

The Accounting Analyst plays a key role in supporting the organization's financial operations by participating in the month-end close process, preparing and reviewing reconciliations and journal entries, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position also involves managing fixed assets and prepaids, calculating bonuses, and assisting with both internal and external audits. The Accounting Analyst collaborates with various departments and stakeholders to maintain efficient and compliant financial practices.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

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  Actively participate in daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliation processes by performing duties as both preparer and reviewer, as assigned.

  
  

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  Detect discrepancies and errors during reconciliations and recommend appropriate journal entries for resolution.

  
  

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  Prepare various management and board level reports as assigned, with reports including but not limited to capital, liquidity, and margin analysis.

  
  

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  Prepare Profit Stars reports once per quarter, ensuring all statements are completed with accuracy and efficiency.

  
  

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  Serve as the primary backup for payroll preparation, independently processing payroll at least once per quarter and as needed when the primary preparer is unavailable.

  
  

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  Participate in accounts payable process, uploading invoices to BankTel and ensuring expense is assigned to appropriate general ledger.

  
  

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  Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of three to five call report schedules each quarter, as assigned by the Controller or CFO.

  
  

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  Participate in the preparation of holding company financial statements.

  
  

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  Perform additional duties as assigned, which may include 1099 preparation, compiling documentation for both internal and external auditors, and processing or authorizing wire transfers

  
  
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  Ensure adherence to banking regulations and internal controls.

  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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  Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding all Bank financials and employment information.

  
  

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  Proven accuracy and timeliness with workpapers.

  
  

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  Excellent attention to detail.

  
  

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  Ability to adjust to high volume periods.

  
  

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  Ability to function effectively both independently and within a team environment.

  
  

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  
  

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications

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  Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.

  
  

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  Experience in accounting with bank accounting experience preferred.

  
  

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  Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

  
  

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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.

  
  

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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with vendors, colleagues, and management.

  
  

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  Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  
  

Equipment/Software

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  Ability to operate general office equipment.

  
  

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  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mainly in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

• Standing: Rarely (0-39%)
• Sitting: Frequently (70-100%)
• Bending: Rarely (0-39%)
• Reaching: Rarely (0-39%)
• Lifting: Occasionally (40-69%) 20 lbs.