Accounting/Financial Analysis Senior Analyst (Hybrid - Birmingham or Columbus)

Job Summary

Conducts financial analysis of the enterprise's financial performance and produces balance sheet and income forecasting information in support of an effective accounting/finance function. Produces financial reports in one or more area of the bank. Analyzes trends and make recommendations as requested.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for preparing analyses, required disclosures, and other information related to SEC reporting and management reporting
• Prepares/reviews analyses and other information to support the annual audit and quarterly reviews with external auditors
• Communicate with external auditors, regulators, and senior/executive management for requests, questions, financial results, etc.
• Participates in performing specialized financial or planning functions such as reporting and analysis.
• Prepares and/or reviews items to support earnings release and conferences.
• Produces monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Prepares, maintains, analyzes and reports on organizational business unit as requested.
• Assists with projects relating to mergers and acquisition activity and related accounting due diligence, accounting and reporting.
• Each team member is expected to be aware of risk within their functional area. This includes observing all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specific to their role. Additionally, they should raise and report known or suspected violations to the appropriate Company authority in a timely fashion.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Synovus is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  
  

Minimum Experience:

• Four years of professional accounting/ financial analysis experience or an equivalent combination of enhanced education and experience. Banking industry financial reporting and/or public accounting experience highly preferred. CPA preferred
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of database management and report generation.
• General understanding of the impact that various economic and interest rate environments have on the financial performance and products within a mid-size regional bank.
• Project management skills and the ability to work on multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Skill in communicating technical subject matter to senior management.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers on various levels.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office products.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and communication skills required
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of enterprise planning systems and relationship pricing models
• Masters of Business Administration or Finance is preferred
• Foundation in U.S. GAAP accounting, SEC reporting, and management reporting preferred