Accounting Specialist

Description POSITION SUMMARY:This position is primary responsible for various accounting assignments related to month-end close and reporting cycle, process improvements, analyze financial information, prepare financial reports, and maintains accurate financial records (including appropriate subsidiary ledgers) in accordance with principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP). The Senior Accountant should be knowledgeable of all banking and general accounting functions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Complies with, and stays abreast of, all policies and procedures, federal and state laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements applicable to the job. Maintains the Bank’s financial records and reports in an up-to-date condition reflecting changes in the general ledger, in accordance with company policies and procedures. This includes reviewing and analyzing general ledger accounts to ensure accurate reporting of the financial activity of the bank. Prepares and reviews daily and monthly record journal entries. Prepares general ledger accounting reconciliations. Responsible for general ledger maintenance, ensure proper integration and interface with core and other applicable systems that impacts the general ledger. Ensures integrity and accuracy of accounting systems. Responsible for timely month-end close process, trend analysis and preparation of monthly and consolidated financial statements and other internal reports. Responsibilities include but are not limited to general accounting functions, and specific accounting for loans, investments securities, fixed assets, other investments, leases, prepaid and accrual, deposit, borrowings and equity as assigned. Analyzes and record intercompany relationships and transactions between Bank and Bank Holding Company and ensure proper consolidation and elimination. Assists in the ongoing monitoring and interpretation of new GAAP, Regulatory pronouncements, and comply with the Bank’s financial controls. Maintains ongoing collaboration with other departments to obtain and review schedules for the preparation of external filings, and to ensure transactions are captured appropriately in the financial statements. Prepares various banking regulatory report schedules, including the Call report and FR-Y reports on a quarterly basis. Performs analysis of various accounting activities and financial statements as needed. Participate in tax reporting, support and schedule preparation for tax filing, audit, and remittance. Assists with the collection of audit related materials as required by external and internal auditors. Identifies process improvement opportunities and assists with developing and maintaining procedures and documentation for the Finance – Accounting and Financial Reporting department. Assists with developing other ad-hoc pro forma reports. Provides support on various special projects. Cross-train other positions in the Accounting and Financial Reporting department. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Accounting Entries, Journal Entries, Month-end Journal Entries, Bank Reconciliations, Accounts PayableRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .