Rockaway, New jersey
Senior Accountant Job Opening in Rockaway, New jersey - Summary :
The ideal candidate will play a major part in accounting projects (i.e. impact analysis of new GAAP guidance). Assume responsibility and accountability for developing and maintaining accurate and detailed accounting records. Prepare financial reports. Play key role in the month-end closing duties and reporting.
Responsible and accountable for risk mitigation by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank?s risk management culture, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
Essential Functions of Job
Accurately maintain accounting records and performs all related accounting functions.
Prepares some daily entries while overseeing preparation of other entries.
Monitors accounts and maintains account balances.
Maintains current accounting policies and practices.
Facilitates compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify process improvement opportunities and develop/implement initiatives to automate and simplify.
Leverage technology to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Identify opportunities to improve the accounting processes.
Coordinate month-end accounting activities with other departments and affiliates.
Complete all accounting entries in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Prepare all account reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner and in accordance with Bancorp accounting policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain appropriate business relationships with internal and external customers.
Assist in the development and maintenance of the Bank?s accounting information and input into financial systems.
Responsible for daily G/L entries and uploads and ensuring the operational effectiveness of the system.
Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of various daily, monthly and quarterly reports and statements.
Regulatory, compliance and financial reporting.
Responds to inquiries from management, auditors and others regarding accounting issues, financial data and financial statements issued by the department.
As needed, informally lead more junior accountants and workflow items & projects.
Requirements
Bachelor?s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required. Pursuit of Master?s Degree or other certification (CPA, CMA, etc.) preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting related experience. Industry or public related experience required. Working knowledge of GAAP required.
Proficient in advanced spreadsheet applications such as Excel, Microsoft Word, etc. Demonstrate ability to learn and understand Bank systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including organization and follow up skills.
Excellent people/relationship building skills.
Strong analytical skills
Ability to apply critical thought process.
Ability to communicate clearly & concisely with internal and external auditors, other Finance Staff, managers and department leaders. May also interact with senior management & executive leaders.
Sussex Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, and genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
accounting: 3 years
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