Accounting Specialist

Apply Today. Apply today. Grow with us at Security First Bank and find your future in banking. We treat you right.To be considered as an applicant please complete and sign the online application form at the Security First Bank web site. For additional information or paper application accommodation please stop by 1919 Hope Ct, STE 100, Rapid City, SD 57701 or call 605-718-8060Role:The Accounting Specialist will proof and edit the General Ledger; performs Accounts Payable function; edits various reports; reconciles monthly bank statements, General Ledger accounts and insurance billings; and assists the Controller in overall department operations.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Verifies the General Ledger is in balance per procedures outlined and notifies the Controller of any unreconciled differences.Ensures the General Ledger agrees to subsidiary records.Prepares reconciliation for all General Ledger and subsidiary accounts.Researches all discrepancies and resolves to a satisfactory conclusion.Reconciles bank statements of correspondent bank accounts, operates the Bond Accounting System, including inputting information into the computer along with maintaining the required pledging information; inputs information into the Fixed Assets System, performs various Controller functions during the manager's absence.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Performance Management:Keep all assigned General Ledger accounts current and in balance daily according to established department standards.Process and reconcile daily official check settlement, stop payments, and requests for check copies and reconciles the corresponding General Ledger account in accordance with established department standards.Maintain cash logbook, process daily cash management activity and post proper General Ledger entries in a timely and accurate manner.Prepare all reports within the prescribed time frame with zero errors.Provide helpful and informative service and support to all customers and associates.Troubleshoot and resolve customer and internal inquiries in a timely and accurate manner.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education and/or Experience.A high school education or General Education Degree (GED).Two years accounting experience preferred.Interpersonal Skills.Requires strong project organization and communications skills.Requires understanding of the financial services business.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs or similar software.Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and work independently.Excellent time management, interpersonal and organizational skills.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing this job the employee would occasionally be required to carry loads up to and including 24lbs. It is frequently necessary to bend, squat, reach above the shoulder level, crouch, kneel, balance and push/pull equipment. Firm grasping/fine manipulation with the right/left hand is necessary. In an 8-hour day, the employee can expect to sit about 6 hours.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.Starting Wage Range and Benefits:Security First Bank provides some of the most competitive, comprehensive benefits in South Dakota and Nebraska. We believe in our employees, and they deserve an environment in which they can excel, with the peace of mind that their families are well cared for. We provide a host of health benefits, financial plans, and other services designed to make life better - both at work and at home.Prior experience will be taken into consideration for starting wage. Additional information about benefits is available on the careers page of the company web site. Specific questions about benefits for full or part time status will be answered during the interview process.This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.Security First Bank is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr