Maintains general ledger records, performs bank and account reconciliations, supports month-end close, prepares financial statements and regulatory reports, and assists with audits. The role analyzes financial data, monitors risks and key metrics, contributes to budgeting and financial planning, ensures banking regulatory compliance, and recommends process improvements. It also collaborates across departments and supports special financial projects.
The staff accountant plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to the overall success of our financial operations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Record and maintain general ledger entries with a high level of accuracy.
- Perform regular daily reconciliations of internal bank accounts and correspondent bank accounts, ensuring precision in financial transactions.
- Contribute to the month-end closing process by preparing journal entries and reconciling various accounts.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports for regulatory authorities.
- Prepare documentation and support auditors during internal and external audits.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Generate financial statements and reports for management review.
- Collaborate with other departments to gather relevant financial information and support their financial needs.
- Participate in financial planning and budgeting processes.
- Identify and assess financial risks, proposing strategies to mitigate potential issues.
- Monitor and report on key financial metrics to identify emerging risks.
- Perform special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
Requirements
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in accounting, or similar; OR associate degree and two (2) years of experience in functional area; OR high school diploma (or equivalent) plus four (4) years of experience in functional area.
- Additional one (1) years of progressive experience in functional area.
Additional Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated skills and experience with accounting principles and practices.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office 365 and accounting software.
- Prior experience with loan accounting preferred.
- Willingness to pursue continuing education, certifications, etc. as applicable to advancing in the organization.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to speak confidently.
- An ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities change daily, and where employees wear many hats.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to think "outside the box" and prioritize tasks and decisions in a timely manner.
- Self-directed, yet effective working as part of a collaborative team.
- Responsive and customer-focused with a demonstrated use of professional judgment.
The above is merely a description. Responsibilities and duties are not limited to the above. Quontic reserves the right to change job descriptions at any time.
Benefits
This role's annual base salary range is $73,000 - $92,000.
In addition to a fulfilling career, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that can fuel your financial milestones & keep you well. Full time employees are eligible for:
- Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Financial Wellness Planning & Coaching
- Counseling Support Services & Resources
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- 401K Match
- Employee Bank Accounts with Quontic
- Generous Paid Time Off
Quontic Bank New York, New York, USA Office
New York, NY, United States
Quontic Bank Astoria, New York, USA Office
31-05 Broadway, Astoria, NY, United States, 11106
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