Staff Accountant

Job Details

Job Location

Lafayette Main Office - 01 - Lafayette, TN

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Job Category

Accounting

Description

JOB SUMMARY AND OBJECTIVE

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This individual will play a critical role in the preparation of accurate financial reports, maintaining general ledger accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position will work closely with the Accounting Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position performs the following duties, including but not limited to:

Researches and prepares management reports regarding all areas of the accounting function, including budget, investments and fixed assets.
Assists with Accounts Payable function.
Completes daily and monthly general ledger and checking account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of the financial and regulatory reporting system.
Assists with preparation and review of regulatory reports and tax returns.
Assists with prepaid expenses, accrued expenses and other monthly accruals.
Assists in preparing and monitoring budgets for the financial institution.
Assists management with Federal Home Loan Bank borrowing and record-keeping.
Assists in preparing and ensuring the accuracy of monthly branch performance reports for management and the board.
Assists in making general ledger entries.
Assists non-financial managers in financial reporting & analysis
Develops innovative ways to utilize technology to streamline accounting procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or CFO.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
Good knowledge of accounting principles, strong mathematical, financial management and problem-solving skills.
Strong ability to analyze financial transactions.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to perform complex accounting tasks with accuracy.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel a must.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Access a plus.
Excellent attention to details and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial team members.
Good oral and written communication skills.

Citizens Bank promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact the bank’s Human Resources Director should you have questions about this policy or these job duties.

Apply