An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
Staff Accountant Webster Five Cents Savings Bank - 3.3 Auburn, MA Job Details Full-time $51,000 - $62,000 a year 23 hours ago Qualifications Accounting systems Confidential information handling Spreadsheets Process improvement Research Project task coordination Managing projects Full Job Description Webster Five is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Bank's general ledger by performing daily account reconciliations, researching outstanding transactions, and preparing reconciliation reports. The ideal candidate is highly organized, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a collaborative environment where accuracy and accountability are essential.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares fixed asset accounting reports. Tracks and manages fixed asset records in the Bank's fixed asset accounting system and the general ledger. Prepares accounting related entries, including prepaid and accrued expense entries. Maintains prepaid expenses in the fixed asset accounting system. Processes and posts investment security principal and interest payments. Completes daily, weekly and/or monthly general ledger reconciliations and submits to the Controller. Tracks and retains all bank reconciliations. Answers accounting questions by researching and interpreting data. Prepares documentation for external auditors and regulatory agencies. Follows the Bank's established accounting processes. Recommends changes by analyzingcurrent procedures. Implements approved process revisions.
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This position description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Skilled in adopting and leveraging technologies to enhance efficiency, communication, and task management. Strong proficiency in various finance and accounting related software programs with advanced Excel spreadsheet aptitude. Experience in managing multiple projects and workflow in a deadline driven environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is generally performed in an office environment, with frequent interruptions. Ability to stay in a stationary position, operate a computer, move inside the workplace and exchange information. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in accordance with Webster Five's Remote Work Policy.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Associate's Degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
MINIMUM PRIOR EXPERIENCE
3 years of related experience.
NOTE:
This position description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Skilled in adopting and leveraging technologies to enhance efficiency, communication, and task management. Strong proficiency in various finance and accounting related software programs with advanced Excel spreadsheet aptitude. Experience in managing multiple projects and workflow in a deadline driven environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is generally performed in an office environment, with frequent interruptions. Ability to stay in a stationary position, operate a computer, move inside the workplace and exchange information. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in accordance with Webster Five's Remote Work Policy.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Associate's Degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
MINIMUM PRIOR EXPERIENCE
3 years of related experience. Webster Five is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering and championing a culture of inclusion, equity, and diversity. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
