Accountant

AccountantAccountant Houston, TX (Hybrid 3 days onsite/2 days remote; required & no exceptions) 6+ month contract Web Cam Interview $29.27 - 48.79/Hr on W2Skill Set 1: Experience in Equipment Finance IndustrySkill Set 2: Financial Accounting, Reporting, and Reconciliation experienceSkill Set 3: Excel, General Ledger, and Loan Systems experienceCan this role be fulfilled remotely? NoOverviewSupports 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, 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. Independently leads projects within the department and/or represents the department in cross-functional, high visibility projects involving business partners outside of the department.Primary ResponsibilitiesSupport the monthly closing of the general ledger for an assigned area outside Finance, including analyzing and interpreting account fluctuations and monthly/quarterly reporting (could include manual processing).Develop monthly variance analysis, reconciliations, tests of accounting data integrity, and work paper reviews.Review accounting transaction documentation for completeness and accuracy; research and resolve account variances.Provide guidance to less experienced personnel; may provide input to the annual review process for them.Drive 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.Support the integration of acquired portfolios to the Bank's general ledger.Support creation of business requirements documents and functional requirements as well as test and implement these new requirements.Conduct highly technical accounting-based research and analysis projects to provide management with definitive financial data and advice for their use.Participate in interpreting and analyzing financial information and presenting results and recommendations.Participate in special projects related to accounting, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and/or policy and procedure review.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 M&T Bank brand.Maintain M&T 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.Scope of ResponsibilitiesThe position works independently under general supervision as well as a member of a project team.This position has interaction with internal Bank business partners as well as internal and external auditors with support of more experienced personnel on more complex issues.Supervisory/Managerial ResponsibilitiesNot ApplicableEducation and Experience RequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field with significant Accounting coursework and a minimum of 2 years accounting, audit and/or financial institution experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 6 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years accounting, audit and/or financial institution experience.Strong personal computer skills with a thorough knowledge of pertinent spreadsheet, word processing and database software as required by assigned area.Thorough knowledge and application of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting) Principles.Strong interpersonal skills.Experience setting an example for others.Education and Experience PreferredMaster's degree in Business Administration (MBA).Certified Public Accountant (CPA).Minimum of 2 years bank operations accounting experience.Please provide responses for ALL of the questions below to confirm you have ALL of the required skills/experience (please reply ASAP as submittals to our client are time sensitive):Are you currently under contract w/ an employer where you require C2C only?If hired, can you work as a W2 employee of our company, for the contract duration (required, no exceptions)?Do you reside in the Houston, TX area, & have no issues being onsite from day 1 for a hybrid work model (3 days onsite/2 days remote – mandatory, no exceptions)?LinkedIn profile link?Yrs. of exp. as an Accountant?Yrs. of exp. working specifically for banks and/or financial institutions (required)?Yrs. of exp. in Equipment Finance Industry (required)?Yrs. of exp. w/ Financial Accounting, Reporting, and Reconciliation (required) - please specify how many yrs. w/ EACH SKILL listed?Yrs. of exp. w/ Excel, General Ledger, and Loan Systems (required) – please specify how many yrs. w/ EACH SKILL listed?Do you possess a thorough knowledge and application of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting) Principles (required)?Do you possess Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field with significant Accounting coursework and a minimum of 2 years accounting, audit and/or financial institution experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 6 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years accounting, audit and/or financial institution experience (required)?Do you possess a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) (highly desired)?Are you a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (highly desired)?Do you possess a minimum of 2 years bank operations accounting experience (highly desired)?Do you possess exceptional communication skills (verbal/written)?