Bank of Central Florida Hiring for Senior Staff Accountant Job at Lakeland, FL Full Time

Senior Staff Accountant

• * This role may report to our main office in Lakeland as needed*

At Bank of Central Florida, we believe in a client-focused approach to local banking. All positions are committed to being self-managed and entrepreneurial, while consistently embracing growth opportunities. Employees are dedicated to engaging with other team members in peer-to-peer solutions to propel Bank of Central Florida’s strategic objective of being the preferred community financial institution across Central Florida. We care about our team members, our clients, and our communities, and in doing so, our employees demonstrate servant leadership and volunteering within the community. Bank of Central Florida’s team reflects the characteristics of our core values and leads by example.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for the recording of specialized transactions in the general ledger (e.g. SBA loan sales, lease accounting, provision for loan losses, subordinated debentures, among others). In addition, the Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for setting up capitalized assets and maintaining the related sub-ledgers and the reconciliation of certain general ledger accounts. This position will work closely with the Accounting Director to ensure the integrity of the general ledger and will assist in the development of policies and procedures and act as a resource for other team members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Records specialized entries in the general ledger including but not limited to SBA loan sales, lease accounting, provision for loan losses, dividends, subordinated debt, certain accruals, and others as required.

· Creates the capitalized assets (Prepaid Expenses and Fixed Assets) in the sub-ledger and ensures that each one is expensed according to the Bank’s policy.

· Prepares certain regulatory reports, including the Qualified Public Depository report and the Financial Highlights disclosures for the board of director’s meetings.

· Acts as backup for the Staff Accountant II and the Accounting Director.

· Assists with maintaining the chart of accounts for the Bank and related companies.

· Assists the Accounting Director and CFO with internal and external audit requests.

· Fulfill responsibilities under the Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering regulations. This may include identifying customers properly, initiating CTRs and SARs investigations as needed, utilizing OFAC records and maintaining appropriate records.

· Adhere to the Bank’s policies and procedures and all Federal and State laws and regulations.

· Performs any other duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

· Collaborative and Team Oriented: Fosters a culture of teamwork and collaboration by developing, maintaining, and strengthening partnerships with others to accomplish work goals and solutions that all team members can support.

· Detailed Oriented: Exhibits strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail. Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office suite, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.

· Adaptable: Adapts well to changes in work assignments and priorities. Approaches change positively and adjusts behaviors accordingly.

· Communication: Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication (verbal, written, and nonverbal) with internal and external clients. Uses active listening skills and communicates with honesty, integrity, and trust. Demonstrates high level of professionalism. Projects an approachable demeanor.

· Self-Motivated and Continuous Learning: Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a high level of productivity. Committed to professional development through self-motivation, education, seminars, webinars, and other learning activities. Introduce new knowledge and skills on the job. Ability to learn and perform new duties and responsibilities.

· Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Exhibits an inquisitive nature.Identifies issues and opportunities. Gathers information, analyzes issues, examines ideas from multiple perspectives, and solves problems in a timely manner with accuracy, clarity, logic, and open-mindedness.

· Creativity and Innovation: Generates innovative solutions and ideas for improvement and efficiencies.

· Service and Quality Focus: Values and earns client trust and respect through meeting and exceeding client expectations. Takes personal responsibility for resolving service problems. Presents in a positive manner with clients both internal and external.

· Self-Awareness: Maintains awareness of emotions and uses this information to guide one’s thinking and actions within a context of appropriate work behavior and performance, including periods of stress and adversity. Recognizes personal and professional strengths and limitations, areas for growth, and resources for improvement.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred or experience commensurate with the position.

· The position requires for candidate to have three to five years of experience in Accounting or a related department.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITES

· General office environment that requires the extensive use of arms, hands, and fingers.

· Frequently required to sit / stand for extended periods of time, reach with arms and hands, stand, walk, stoop, talk and hear.

· May be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

· All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

EEO/AA: Females/Minorities/Disabled/Vets

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location