["Staff Accountant","Staff Accountant"]

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1915 , Home State Bank's goal has been to create a better quality of life for our neighbors and to work together to build a better community. Today, that goal is still the cornerstone of our success. We believe that relationships with our customers are our most important assets and we strive to provide the best service possible every day.

Home State Bank is hiring a Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting **** in Crystal Lake, IL. This is a full-time position. The Staff Accountant - Financial Reportingwill su pport the finance function of the accounting department by assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and day-to-day accounting activities. This role ensures accuracy in financial records, supports compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributes to timely and reliable financial analysis to aid decision-making.

** Looking for local candidates, as this position doesn't have relocation available.**

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for daily accounting processes (Prologue Batch import, Sageworks files, Balance Fluctuation reports, daily balance sheet & income statement reports)
• Assist with preparation of reports for monthly board package.
• Prepare the quarterly qualified collateral report (QCR) for submission to the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
• Assist in the preparation of asset liability management reports for ALCO meetings.
• Perform the monthly updating and posting of mortgage serving rights.
• Assist with the annual budget process.
• Compile and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation.
• Assist in preparing management reports and financial dashboards.
• Assist in the preparation of the quarterly call report filing.
• Assists with processing loan transactions for the Mortgage Department

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, query system and accounting software/ERP system (including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Quickbooks)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to interact effectively with other departments. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including AI-drive productivity platforms
• Experience using generative AI tools to improve efficiency and creative output

Training and Experience:

• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience and education
• Accounting knowledge (3+ Years)
• Financial Institution Experience preferred

Working Environment and Conditions:

• Typical, on-site, office environment with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2025

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2024

TOP Workplace: Financial Institution/Service

TOP Workplace: Large Employer (Over 100 Employees)

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Home State Bank offers competitive pay and a generous benefit package that starts the first of the month following hire:

* ** _Medical through BCBS – 3 PPO Plans and HMO_*** ** _Dental PPO through BCBS_*** ** _Vision insurance through BCBS_*** ** _$50,000 in Company Paid Life & ADD and long-term disability insurance_*** ** _401k after 90 days with company match of 3% after a year_*** ** _Generous Time Off - 2 weeks paid vacation, 1-week sick pay and 11 paid FDIC holidays, 1 floating holiday (personal) day_*** ** _Tuition reimbursement - courses and books up to $6,000 annually per policy_*** ** _Holiday Party at Boulder Ridge Country Club_**

We are proud to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the customers we serve. Home State Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.