Performs day-to-day and period end accounting, general ledger and reporting duties.

• Prepares GL journal entries on an add needed basis and creates the journal batch entry in the Prologue system.
• With minimal oversight, conducts daily and monthly activity related to fixed asset accounting including processing of asset additions, disposals and depreciation. In conjunction with management, determines proper accounting and tax treatment of new asset purchases.  Prepares a monthly roll-forward of fixed asset activity.
• With minimal oversight, performs accounting activities related to monthly accounting processes, including (but not limited to) borrowings, ESOP, benefit plans, purchased accounting and expense accruals for the bank, holding company and all subsidiaries. Generates journal entries, analyzes activity for accuracy/reasonableness and prepares monthly GL account reconciliations.
• With minimal oversight, maintains and reconciles the lease accounting sub-system including recording the ROU, lease liability and related rent expense. Records any lease renewals or modifications and adjusts for any CPI/CAM/Tax or Fee assessments.  Creates journal entries, analyzes activity for accuracy and prepares monthly GL reconciliation and related SEC 10K disclosure.
• With minimal oversight, responsible for the accounting and reconciliation of deferred loan fees and costs in accordance with GAAP. Utilizing knowledge of deferred loan accounting and the loan sub-system independently analyzes the accuracy of deferred fees and cost recorded to the loan and related yield amortization account. 
• Performs (or acts as backup) the accounting related to Residential Mortgage Loans Held for sale. Maintains a spreadsheet for tracking activity and calculates the gain on sale of the loan.  Reconciles the related suspense account daily and distributes actual to budget comparison reports weekly.
• Assist the Controller with the periodic analysis of FAS91 loan origination standard costs. Identify activity that is a bank related expense to determine the average cost that should be applied to origination of a loan for each loan category.
• Acts as backup for all aspects of investment portfolio accounting function including processing of P&I payments, recordation of new purchase/sale activity, accrual/amortization and accretion entries and creation of monthly market-to-market entries. Prepares reconciliation of Safekeeping monthly.
• Ensures consistency of accounting and reported balances, methodologies and classifications throughout the above functions. Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the process where feasible.
• Acts as backup to the Junior Staff Accountant functions.
• Maintains accounting department files and records.
• Assists with special accounting projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business management with two plus years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous accounting experience within a financial institution environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to manage changing priorities and workflow with enthusiasm.
• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts.
• Proficiency in excel and experience with core systems.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of every job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, use tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, talk and/or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

COMPENSATION: $60,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year