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BankTalent HQ

Assistant Controller, Officer

BankTalent HQ, Tewksbury, Massachusetts, us, 01876


POSITION SUMMARY

The

Assistant Controller , reporting to the

Controller

at our Headquarters in Tewksbury, MA, will be responsible for ensuring accuracy in data and reporting, and compliance with established accounting standards and procedures. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to review of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger accounts and transactions, financial and regulatory reporting, maintenance of internal controls, and support for internal and external audits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting

Assists with the period-end closing process of the general ledger by compiling and processing related entries

Ensures fixed asset and other prepaid accounts are set up, amortized, and rolled forward monthly; verifies that all fixed asset back-up documentation is complete and accurate

Prepares assigned internal and external regulatory reports, including but not limited to the quarterly FDIC Call Report

Prepares Forms 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC

Aides in monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statement analyses to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP, FDIC, and all other standards, procedures, regulations, and internal controls

Operations

Monitors general ledger balance sheet accounts daily for usual or incorrect postings

Assists with maintenance to the general ledger chart of accounts and interface table

Reviews reconciliations performed by staff accountants or other departments within the Bank; identifies, researches and resolves issues requiring explanation

Oversees the Bank's corporate credit card program

Partners with the

Controller

to utilize accounting systems to meet the informational needs of the Bank, such as budgeting, data warehouse, profitability etc.; resolves system issues with software providers as necessary

Evaluates effectiveness of existing Bank procedures cross-functionally; focuses on process improvement and creating efficiencies, develops and implements modifications and enhancements as needed across departments

Assists with the preparation of the quarterly allowance for credit loss calculation

Compliance

Supports internal and external audits as well as state and federal regulatory inspections; provides information to auditors, regulators, senior management, and other members of Bank as requested

Completes annual reviews related to vendor and system access for critical accounting systems

Provides technical advice and guidance to staff accountantsPlease note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change over time.

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

REQUIREMENTS

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

3-5 years of accounting and banking experience preferred, including strong knowledge of US GAAP

Detail-oriented, analytical with the ability to provide solutions to complex problems

Organized, ability to multi-task, and work effectively under time constraints; adaptable to changing needs

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build and maintain relationships, team player

Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel

Experience with Fiserv DNA and Prologue preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities