What are the responsibilities and job description for the AVP Senior Accountant position at West Michigan Community Bank?
Reports to : Chief Accounting Officer
Status : Exempt
Pay Type : Salary
Education / Experience Required : Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field. Work experience in accounting or a related field. CPA designation preferred.
Performance / Job Requirements : Knowledgeable about laws and regulations; Understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking; Understanding of financial data analysis and reporting; knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions; Ability to deliver quality work on tight deadlines, with strong organization and priority setting skills; Advanced computer skills, specifically excel; Occasional travel may be required for training or other business related issues.
General Summary : Working directly with the Chief Accounting Officer this position is responsible to plan, organize, direct and control the day-to-day accounting functions, manage month end close, as well as financial and regulatory reporting, for Northstar Financial Group and its subsidiaries. This position will also be expected to assist as needed with budget production and other financial analysis.
Job Functions :
- Manage operational accounting functions, including general ledger accounting, subsidiary ledger accounting, accounts payable, month end and year end accounting for all companies.
- Supervise accounting department personnel.
- Coordinate efforts closely with the operations department personnel
- Participate in the financial and regulatory reporting for Northstar Financial Group and its subsidiaries. This includes the month end board reporting for all companies.
- Conduct financial analysis by analyzing financial statements and reports to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Participate in audit support efforts for all audits as needed
- Work to ensure compliance with both FASB and regulatory accounting policies.
- Ensure protection of bank and customer assets through development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist with the production of annual budgets as needed
- Support the allowance for credit loss analysis process as needed
