Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ExpandIQ is partnering with a growing financial institution to hire an Accounting Team Lead for its Finance & Accounting organization. The role supports close processes, general ledger activity, cash and investment accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, audits, and process improvement while serving as a senior resource to the accounting team without direct reports.
Responsibilities
- Support and help drive month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Compile, analyze, and review financial information and record transactions within the general ledger
- Record, reconcile, and analyze daily cash and investment activity
- Prepare and review account reconciliations and resolve outstanding items
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly accounting schedules and financial reports
- Assist with regulatory reporting, including the FR 2900, Call Report, and Y-9SP
- Support internal and external audits by preparing and validating requested documentation
- Maintain accounting procedures and documentation in accordance with internal controls
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiency
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource and role model for less experienced members of the accounting team
- Partner with departments across the organization to resolve accounting-related questions and issues
- Support special projects and financial analyses as needed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
- Strong Excel and financial systems skills
- Ability to independently manage priorities and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience working within a bank, credit union, or other financial institution strongly preferred
- Experience with banking operations and/or regulatory reporting is highly desirable
Company Overview