Financial Reporting Analyst I

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement. 

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Responsible for the preparation of both internal and external reports including SEC and regulatory filings.

• Participate in all aspects of quarterly/annual SEC filings, including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, 11-K and other SEC filings, including the revamp of certain sections as assigned; Work paper/electronic compilation and tie-out; Integrating comments provided by colleagues and interacting with business leaders to ensure accurate filings; XBRL tagging of the Financial Statements and Footnotes; Completing GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists.
• Assist in the completion of any assigned regulatory reporting schedules for filings such as the call report, FR Y-9C, and FR 2314, etc. and assist in implementing solutions for process improvement.
• Provide support for the earnings release (“ER”) process including the preparation of ER tables, verbiage, and presentation tie-out
• Maintain ongoing collaboration with other members of the accounting and other departments to obtain and review schedules for the preparation of both the internal reporting package and external filings, and ensure transactions are captured appropriately in the financial statements.
• Assist in accounting research and disclosure-related matters and incorporate new GAAP/SEC reporting requirements into filings.
• Communicate with external and internal auditors regarding financial reporting matters.
• Analyze the Bank’s consolidated financial statements.
• Prepare various schedules for internal reporting requirements including the monthly Board package.
• Perform and complete ad-hoc analyses and projects as needed.

• PA license or MBA preferred
• At least 2-3 years public accounting and/or public company financial reporting experience
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and concepts
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; including research skills regarding current and prospective updates to regulatory reporting.
• Banking/financial institution experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent team player who can build and leverage working relationships
• Experience with PeopleSoft GL and Workiva software

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and at least 2-3 years public accounting and/or financial reporting experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. 

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.  The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.