Staff Accountant

Key job functions

• Aid in daily and periodic close GL activities
• Support accounts payable process
• Administer company travel and expense reimbursement program
• Prepare daily and other periodic reconciliations
• Prepare monthly and other periodic financial reports for management and the board
• Research various financial issues as needed
• Maintain a high degree of customer care for all internal or external queries
• Review general ledger accounts for appropriateness
• Prepare and provide documents for internal auditors, external auditors, and regulatory exams
• Assist CFO as requested
• Promote the bank and maintain positive relationships with customers, potential customers, the community, vendors, and staff
• Protect the bank’s IT systems and data by complying with technology policies
• Participate as an active member on any assigned committees or task forces
• Complete assigned training in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks or projects, identifying the most critical, to meet expectations and deadlines
• Ability and commitment to maintain strict confidentiality

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field, preferred
• 2- or 4-year degree or equivalent working experience required
• Prior banking or accounting experience will be given preference

Physical Demands

• Hearing, speech, close vision
• Sitting, including computer use
• Driving with own transportation to other branches for meetings/workshops
• On occasions, may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Job Responsibilities

• These physical demands are generally representative of the position.
• Standing, including computer use
• Walking
• Lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds
• Kneeling and crouching