Senior Manager, Accounting

About the role

This role provides a unique opportunity for a motivated accounting professional to work with leaders, managers, Accounting Policy, Regulatory Reporting groups, and external vendors on the largest portion of the Company’s balance sheet and a major driver of revenue. This includes activity processed through our treasury management system for the Company’s securities, borrowings, and derivatives. As part of the Corporate Controller’s Department, the Bank Accounting group is responsible for closing the books for the three bank subsidiaries and two trust companies.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the monthly accounting close process for investment and capital markets activity, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Perform rigorous review detail-oriented review of complex journal entries, reconciliations, and key disclosure schedules.
• Oversee ongoing operational accounting for AFS and HTM securities, as well as funding activities such as repos and other liquidity initiatives.
• Support derivatives and hedge accounting processes.
• Assist in system implementation activities for the treasury management system, including SOX control oversight, operational testing, and process enhancements.
• Respond to inquiries from SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, and external auditors regarding investments and derivatives.
• Contribute to other operational support and ad hoc initiatives to strengthen overall accounting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA and/or CFA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience; experience with securities and derivatives accounting preferred.
• Proven ability to review complex data with exceptional detail orientation in a high transaction volume environment.
• Operational accounting experience within banking, financial services, or treasury functions preferred.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• PeopleSoft or other ERP experience a plus
• Experience with Alteryx, SQL, or similar data tools a plus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage tight monthly close processes and communicate complex information clearly.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with financial modeling and analysis tools.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions.
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.