Accounting Analysis and Reporting Analyst

We are seeking a motivated Accounting Analysis and Reporting (AAR) Analyst to join our team. As part of the AAR team, you will be closely involved with month-end activities, perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, analyze financial data, assist with preparing financial and regulatory reports and board materials, analyze monthly fluctuations, and record journal entries. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of accounting or prior experience in an accounting role, preferably at a bank or financial institution (but not required).

• Supports the Accounting Analysis and Reporting (AAR) team in the delivery of operational agenda in various areas, including but not limited to investments (securities, tax credit investments, other equity investments), consolidation, deposits, and subsidiary entities
• Participate in the month end close process, including the reconciliation and certification of general ledger account balances and the preparation/review of journal entries
• Perform analysis on monthly and quarterly general ledger accounts and financial statements
• Support the preparation/review of financial statements and various supporting schedules for 10-Q, 10-K, or other regulatory filings
• Prepare monthly Board materials, including schedules that support the monthly Board package
• Prepare various banking regulatory reports, such as the quarterly Call and FRY Report schedules
• Prepare various schedules and reports for internal users and external auditors, and assist in the audit process including updating SOX control narratives for relevant processes
• Assist with analyzing draft/newly-released regulations and accounting pronouncements to assess accounting impact, as well as collaborate with treasury, financial reporting, operations or other teams to support effective transition to new regulation/standards
• Perform enhancement projects or ad-hoc analysis as needed

• Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and concepts
• Public company accounting experience or banking/financial institution experience preferred
• CPA candidate/license or MBA preferred
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university
• Strong analytical, technical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team
• Ability to navigate complex problems in non-standardized situations
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred