Accountant I

Under the direction of the Controller, Staff Accountant I is responsible for all phases of accounts payable, invoice verification, payment requisition processing, check issuance, and record management. This role also assists with the reconciliation of internal and external general ledger and bank accounts. Staff Accountant 1 provides effective communication regarding accounts payable issues with vendors and staff, and supports special projects as assigned.Duties and ResponsibilitiesFacilitate the process of receiving, reviewing, coding, and processing invoices for Accounts Payable.Review invoices and statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.Ensure proper recording and approval of payable accounts.Verify vendor number, cost center, and GL number for entered items.Check figures, postings, and documents for accuracy and proper coding.Maintain scanned invoices and proper backup files for research and reference.Monitor and reconcile internal general ledger accounts, in-bank accounts, and external bank accounts daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly.Assist with accounting and reconciliation for Titan Factoring.Monitor variances and outages affecting the general ledger and budget.Help monitor In Bank Accounts and ACH Clearing accounts to post daily income and expense entries.Provide effective and accurate communication to all non-accounting departments.Assist in reconciliations for GL and DDA accounts.Assist with daily cash settlement for correspondent bank including wire transfer preparationAssist with audits that pertain to Accounts PayableMonitor outstanding accounts payable checks and bank credit cardsAssist in special projects, data pulls/analysis or duties designated by Controller or CFO.Serve as a back up to daily general ledger reconciliations, fixed asset/prepaid/accrual posting, escheatment of cashier’s checks.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business discipline or related experience.Strong attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, problem solving skills.Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) is a plus.Strong Microsoft Office skills (e.g., Excel) is a plus.Ability to work independently to meet deadlines, complete projects and willingness to learn. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Bank