Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team in Cary, NC.
The Staff Accountant role is a FULL-TIME, HYBRID role with the expectation to work in-office, in our Cary HQ building, at least 1-2 days per week, after a suitable training period.
SUMMARY :
This position is primarily responsible for assisting in maintaining reliable accounting information on income, expenses, assets, liabilities, capital and fulfilling regulatory and financial reporting requirements by performing the following duties personally or though subordinates.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs general ledger accounting, including reconciliations, research, and maintenance.
- Posts and balances institution’s bank accounts on a daily basis
- Performs monthly AIRES reconciliations
- Reviews and reconciles vault paperwork
- Completes monthly and quarterly assignments related to board packets and NCUA call report.
- Prepares lease accounting reconciliations and schedule
- Processes expense reports
- Maintains complex computer-based analyses and reports of financial institution accounting records.
- Manages capitalized asset schedules
- Prepares property tax forms.
- Assists with annual budget process
- Remits federal tax deposits (excluding employee payroll withholdings).
- Maintains the institution's insurance accounts to meet regulatory minimums.
- Provides general support to other areas of the institution as necessary.
- Creates ad-hoc reports based on manager’s directive.
ACCOUNTABILITY :
Ensures all processes are performed under the appropriate level of control and reports irregularities to management.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
COMPETENCIES :
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.Planning / Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Attendance / Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.BUSINESS RELATED CONTACTS :
First Flight non-accounting staff : Daily contact to verify, perform, and research transactional accounting.Outside vendors : As needed contact with regards to variance research.Investment firm / other financial institution staff : Weekly contact to purchase, research, or sell investments.Federal agencies or regulators : Quarterly contact regarding audits or research topics.QUALIFICATIONS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Accounting, Business, Finance or related. At least three years related experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LANGUAGE SKILLS :
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY :
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
COMPUTER SKILLS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Accounting software; Database software; Design software; Development software; Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :
CPA candidate preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and / or move from 10 pounds to up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
