Sr SEC Reporting Analyst

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app. The Senior SEC Reporting Analyst is responsible for the preparation of SEC filings, review of XBRL tagging, documenting accounting and financial reporting policies, and coordinating with the external auditors. In addition, this role assists with review and analysis of issues that require technical research and documentation. Responsibilities Manage the preparation, review, approval and filing of SEC filings – 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K. Maintain supporting documentation for external financial statements and SEC filings. Manage the coordination of external auditors on annual audit, quarterly reviews, and other special projects. Monitor, analyze, and document the impact of SEC and FASB accounting and reporting initiatives. Assist with review, analysis and documentation of transactions/issues that require FASB and SEC research. Assist with the preparation and filing of daily and weekly regulatory reports. Assist with the preparation of journal entries related to equity compensation. Assist with documentation of company accounting and financial reporting policies. Assist with merger and acquisition due diligence, special SEC filings related to mergers and acquisitions, accounting for business combinations, and integration of business combinations. Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Advanced knowledge and experience with US GAAP Financial Reporting for a public company. Knowledge of SEC rules and regulations. Strong technical GAAP and SEC accounting research skills. Strong working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley and key internal controls within Financial Reporting. Intermediate XBRL skills and experience. Proficiency with collaborative document management software such as Workiva’s Wdesk. Advanced Excel skills. Competent in Word and PowerPoint. Extremely strong written and oral communication skills. Industry & Work Experience 3–5 years of experience in public accounting or financial reporting with a public company (or a combination of both) required. Financial Services industry a plus. Academic Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA a plus. Active CPA license or progress toward license required. Benefits Available to Employees Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees. Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage. Long-Term Disability Coverage. Paid Sick and Vacation Leave with 11 Holidays. Volunteer/Service Day. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 401(k) Retirement Plan – 50% match of first 8% of contributions. Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Arrangement. Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Advocacy Program. Tickets at Work – Entertainment discounts for employees. AT&T Employee Discount and Wellness discounts for medical premiums and other rewards. Employee Referral Incentive and Education Assistance. Banking Advantages for Employees Free Interest Checking and Safe Deposit Box. Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks. Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee. Free Online Banking and Unlimited Online Bill Payment. Employee Banking Perks. The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ameris Bank