Senior Staff Accountant (Contract)

This is a contract position with potential for Contract-To-Hire. The role is on-site in Maitland 3 days per week. W2 Only

General Responsibilities

The Accountant III will participate in closing and reporting activities, assist the Controller and Assistant Controller in researching and resolving accounting issues and processes, prepare reconciliations as needed, and support to other areas of the Finance team as needed. The Senior Accountant will also be expected to direct staff accountants and review their work as needed.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The Accountant’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

 Prepare and review journal entries, financial analyses, statements and reports.

 Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts

 Interpret accounting and financial data for purposes of month end adjusting and closing entries and general business purposes

 Assists the Corporate Controller and Assistant Controller with financial reporting including accurate and timely completion of the monthly, quarterly, year-end financial statements and regulatory reporting

 Assist in the preparation of regulatory reports such as: Call Report, FR Y9 SP, FR Y8, Public Depository Report, and FR 2900

 Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial reports provided to the Board of Directors and management

 Prepare revenue projections, expense forecasts, and support the budget process.

 Streamline current processes to achieve increased efficiency.

 Work and collaborate with other departments to support the overall goals of the Bank.

 Assist with the preparation of schedules to support internal and external audits.

 Prepare ad hoc schedules as required.

 Assist in Blackline system administrative tasks.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

• CPA preferred, other professional designations viewed favorably

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience required; some public accounting experience is preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years working in an accounting department or auditing banks in a bank preferred.

• Experience with general accounting, financial analysis and the processes and procedures within a banking environment is strongly preferred.

• Internal controls experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Must be highly organized with excellent time management.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and develop staff.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Possess and exhibit an exemplary level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

• Maintain a strong focus on continuous process improvement.

• Work collaboratively in a team environment and build effective working relationships inside and outside of the finance division.

• Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and analyze complex financial statements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; advanced Excel skills are strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications

• Knowledge of CSI and Banktel is desirable.

• Knowledge of Blackline, Trintech or similar system is preferred.

• Ability to work with little to no supervision.