Accounting Analyst I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Accounting Analyst I

Location: Buffalo, NY

Hire Type:   Contingent

Pay Range: $34.00/hour

Work Type:  Full-Time

Work Model:  Onsite

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm

Recruiter   Contact:   Natalie Dunn | View email address on us.fitly.work

Nature & Scope:

Positional Overview

The Imagine Group is recruiting for an  Accounting Analyst I   on behalf of our client, a leading financial institution in  Buffalo, NY , serving individuals, businesses, and communities across the eastern United States. Known for its strong regional presence, commitment to community engagement, and focus on long-term customer relationships, the organization offers a stable and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting all accounting-related activities, projects, analysis and/or conversions for an assigned area outside Finance. Responsible for development and management of operational accounting control functions in support of the Bank's accounting systems for an assigned area, including maintaining accounting entry flow process to support accurate and timely reconciliation of all general ledger accounts and internal and/or external reporting of financial information and regulatory reporting.

Role & Responsibility:

Tasks That Will Lead to Your Success :

 

• Support the monthly closing of the general ledger for assigned area outside Finance, including analyzing and interpreting account fluctuations and monthly/quarterly reporting (could include manual processing).
• Support monthly variance analyses, reconciliations, tests of accounting data integrity and work paper review.
• Review accounting transaction documentation for completeness and accuracy; research account variances.
• Work with more experienced personnel in supporting the improvement and implementation of existing processes and new processes related to the accounting for various products that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• May support integration of acquired portfolios to the Bank's general ledger.
• May support creation of business requirements documents and functional requirements as well as test and implement these new requirements.
• Prepare accounting reports specific to assigned area in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with problem resolution and data interpretation, complete mechanical review and variance analysis, and ensure timely submission of reports.
• Complete accounting tasks in a manner compliant with applicable laws and regulations and/or that serve to help the
• Company follows laws and regulations that apply to the business line the position supports.
• Participate in departmental tasks and project planning and other administrative duties.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the
• Company's Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the brand.
• Maintain internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

 

Skills & Experience

Qualifications That Will Help You Thrive

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field with significant Accounting coursework, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 4 years higher education and/or work experience.
• Proficiency in pertinent spreadsheet software.