Sr. Accountant

Principal Objective

Aids in maintaining the general ledger (GL) and preparation of financial statements for Beacon Bank and Trust. Ensures accounting records are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Preparation of GL Journal Entries, along with demonstrating proper documentation.
• Enters GL Journal Entries into the GL system.
• Ensures strong internal control over GL uploads and journal entries, in addition to performing maintenance.
• Prepares daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reconciliations, as assigned.
• Maintains and provides support for the Account Reconciliation system.
• Performs monthly variance analysis review.
• Reviews account activity and transactions, and provides in-depth analysis as requested to ensure accuracy of GL, which will support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Performs ad hoc GL analysis and reporting as necessary.
• Aids in preparation of internal and external audit requests.
• Maintains accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
• Aids in preparing reporting supporting documentation as requested.

Job Specifications (Skills, Knowledge And Abilities Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Three to five years experience in an accounting function at a bank or CPA firm preferred.
• Knowledge of banking functions and operations, most beneficial.
• Excellent and effective communication skills, both written and verbal and proofreading skills.
• Knowledge of working with Peoplesoft GL software system preferred.
• Knowledge of working with Blackline reconciliation software system preferred.
• Ability to perform various queries on bank systems preferred.
• Strong aptitude with Microsoft office products, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to accomplish tasks with limited supervision, prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to visualize changes required for specific solutions.
• Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently on a daily basis; requiring strong organizational skills, initiative and good judgment.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak periods to ensure accounting and reporting deadlines are met.

Location

Boston, MA, Pittsfield, MA

Beacon Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.