RIVERVIEW
Senior Accountant
RIVERVIEW, Vancouver, Washington, United States, 98662
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the preparation and review of financial and regulatory reports required by various regulators and government agencies.Assists in the preparation and review of financial and management reports for internal use by the Bank.Assists in the daily accounting review and month end closing processes, including the certification of the Bank’s general ledger accounts.Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining accounting systems that comply with GAAP, tax, bank regulatory and management requirements.Assists in the coordination and preparation for audits/reviews by external auditors/regulators; including assistance with all related tax filings.Issues written and oral instructions regarding accounting related procedures to both the accounting team and other departments where activities directly affect accounting functions.Assists in departmental projects such as annual budget process and branch profitability report.Assists department work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.Assists in creating SEC disclosures and implementing changes related to FASB ASUsAdditional duties and responsibilities:
Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.Maintain up-to-date desk procedures for assigned duties.Performs other duties within the accounting department as needed.Participates in and completes training objectives with passing scores.Follows all Riverview policies and procedures.Other duties may be assigned.RELATIONSHIPS:
Daily contact with the supervisor to receive direction and interpretation of existing and new accounting procedures.Confers daily with fellow employees and other departments, providing assistance and coordination of accounting related activities.Occasional contact with Internal Auditor in maintaining adherence to company accounting procedures and compliance with related government regulations.Occasional contact with members of professions with whom the incumbent must consult from time to time, i.e., representatives of various government agencies, accounting firms, and other financial intermediaries.QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully requires a higher level of independent problem solving to perform all essential duties. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to complete advanced daily responsibilities and tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent.CPA and banking experience preferred, but not required3-4 years of relevant work experienceSKILLS:
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.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.Ability to apply concepts such as interest accruals, discounts, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Advance analytical and problem-solving skills.Think “outside the box.”Apply knowledge and experience to drive results that may not be readily apparentAbility to work effectively as a team and independently.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
This position requires a thorough knowledge of accounting theory, practice, and regulatory requirements. The position requires the basic skills associated with the general use of computers and other business office equipment. Ability to format spreadsheets (e.g. sorting, pivot tables) and develop formulas (e.g. v-lookup, “if” statements) in Excel and intermediate level skills in Word are required. Database query experience preferred. Ten-key by touch is required. The ability to offer flexibility in a changing work environment is imperative. Position requires the ability to work successfully with other team members to maximize productivity. Significant experience, knowledge and understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and internal controls.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate via phone/video, messaging, and email. The employee is required to use computer and office equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, as well as computer software such as Microsoft Office. You may also frequently be required to occupy a workstation for long periods of time.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Riverview Bank is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
Riverview Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third party staffing agencies and/or search firms for any job postings .
Third parties are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Riverview Bank employee. Any such submissions, Riverview Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions without written consent from the Talent Acquisition Team. Including, but not limited to the candidate hired for a position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Assists in the preparation and review of financial and regulatory reports required by various regulators and government agencies.Assists in the preparation and review of financial and management reports for internal use by the Bank.Assists in the daily accounting review and month end closing processes, including the certification of the Bank’s general ledger accounts.Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining accounting systems that comply with GAAP, tax, bank regulatory and management requirements.Assists in the coordination and preparation for audits/reviews by external auditors/regulators; including assistance with all related tax filings.Issues written and oral instructions regarding accounting related procedures to both the accounting team and other departments where activities directly affect accounting functions.Assists in departmental projects such as annual budget process and branch profitability report.Assists department work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.Assists in creating SEC disclosures and implementing changes related to FASB ASUsAdditional duties and responsibilities:
Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates.Maintain up-to-date desk procedures for assigned duties.Performs other duties within the accounting department as needed.Participates in and completes training objectives with passing scores.Follows all Riverview policies and procedures.Other duties may be assigned.RELATIONSHIPS:
Daily contact with the supervisor to receive direction and interpretation of existing and new accounting procedures.Confers daily with fellow employees and other departments, providing assistance and coordination of accounting related activities.Occasional contact with Internal Auditor in maintaining adherence to company accounting procedures and compliance with related government regulations.Occasional contact with members of professions with whom the incumbent must consult from time to time, i.e., representatives of various government agencies, accounting firms, and other financial intermediaries.QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully requires a higher level of independent problem solving to perform all essential duties. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to complete advanced daily responsibilities and tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent.CPA and banking experience preferred, but not required3-4 years of relevant work experienceSKILLS:
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.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.Ability to apply concepts such as interest accruals, discounts, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Advance analytical and problem-solving skills.Think “outside the box.”Apply knowledge and experience to drive results that may not be readily apparentAbility to work effectively as a team and independently.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
This position requires a thorough knowledge of accounting theory, practice, and regulatory requirements. The position requires the basic skills associated with the general use of computers and other business office equipment. Ability to format spreadsheets (e.g. sorting, pivot tables) and develop formulas (e.g. v-lookup, “if” statements) in Excel and intermediate level skills in Word are required. Database query experience preferred. Ten-key by touch is required. The ability to offer flexibility in a changing work environment is imperative. Position requires the ability to work successfully with other team members to maximize productivity. Significant experience, knowledge and understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and internal controls.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate via phone/video, messaging, and email. The employee is required to use computer and office equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, as well as computer software such as Microsoft Office. You may also frequently be required to occupy a workstation for long periods of time.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
Riverview Bank is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
Riverview Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third party staffing agencies and/or search firms for any job postings .
Third parties are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Riverview Bank employee. Any such submissions, Riverview Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions without written consent from the Talent Acquisition Team. Including, but not limited to the candidate hired for a position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)