Accountant I

First Security Bank & Trust is seeking an Accountant I to support the bank’s accounting and finance functions. The role handles day-to-day accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and related support for management, auditors, and regulators.

What you'll do:

• Perform the Accounts Payable function ensuring timely payment of invoices and business expenses by completing daily/weekly processing. Coordinate the delivery of invoices for appropriate approvals. Assist departments and employees across the bank with questions regarding expenses
• Manage statement delivery and payment of corporate credit cards
• Reconcile correspondent bank activity and other bank accounts on a daily/monthly basis
• Record daily general ledger entries as requested for daily activity including Federal Funds, etc
• Complete general ledger reference maintenance on a daily basis
• Ensure general ledger agrees to subsidiary records through preparation of general ledger and internal DDA reconciliations. Research and resolve discrepancies to satisfactory conclusion
• Research and resolve various accounting issues and variances
• Review various reconciliations from other departments as necessary
• Complete financial reports on a regular basis for management and regulatory purposes (i.e. FR2644, Summary of Deposits)
• Assist with the completion of the bank’s quarterly call report
• Assist with various department assignments, including month-end closing, investment purchase record-keeping, internal and external audit requirements, etc
• Manage the collection and input of 1099 Miscellaneous info for EOY reporting and prepare necessary corrections of EOY 1098/1099 tax reporting to vendors/IRS

What they're looking for:

• Demonstrated computer application experience including Microsoft Office suite of products
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks on an ongoing basis to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate flexibility to meet fluctuating demands
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work cooperatively with Bank staff at all levels of the organization
• AA Degree in Accounting, Business or another related field required
• Minimum one year's work experience in accounting or bookkeeping