Staff Accountant responsibilities include performing a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial tasks. A successful clerk must keep financial records updated, prepare reports and reconcile bank statements. They will also run accounting software programs to process business transactions, like accounts payable and receivable, disbursements, expense vouchers and receipts. The clerk should be familiar with all accounting procedures, have a flair for numbers, and ensure that the company’s daily accounting functions run accurately and effectively.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Provide accounting support to the department. Work daily reports with timeliness and accuracy.
• Be familiar with banking products and services
• Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records
• Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements
• Reconcile accounts in a timely manner
• Daily enter key data of financial transactions in database
• Provide assistance and support to company personnel
• Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
• Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas
• Function in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws
• Constantly update job knowledge

· Responsible for compliance of all Federal and State rules and regulations pertaining but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, Bank Bribery Act, OFAC, NCUA Privacy Regulations, Reg DD, Reg D, Reg E, Reg CC, Reg Z, Reg B, Service Members Civil Relief, FCRA/FACTA, and Right to Financial Privacy Act.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess computer proficiency in Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information at all times.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task while prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Proven organizational skills and work with a positive attitude.
• Work well with others and strive in a team environment.
• Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures
• High school degree
• Associate’s degree or relevant certification is a plus

Experience Requirements:

• Three to five years of related business and accounting experience.

Education Requirements:

• High school degree
• Associate’s degree, Accounting degree or relevant certification is a plus