Staff Accountant - Corporate

Staff Accountant - Corporate

General Summary:

Performs
a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting activities,
with a primary focus on accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR),
general ledger (GL) analysis, and regulatory reporting.Utilizes automated
accounting systems, spreadsheets, and other computer applications to execute
responsibilities efficiently. Also supports special projects within the
Accounting function as needed to assist management.

Principal Duties and
Responsibilities:

• Maintains accounts payable (AP) systems,
  including vendor master data and approval authorization structures. Partners
  with Purchasing and other departments to manage invoice workflows, vendor
  updates, user access changes, and related activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate invoice
  processing, including PO matching, American Express payments, travel and
  expense reimbursements, Director fees, and miscellaneous disbursements. Reviews
  invoices for policy compliance and collaborates with stakeholders to resolve
  discrepancies. Processes cash disbursements via check, ACH, and EFT, and
  manages all cash receipt and deposit activities.
• Researches and resolves general ledger (GL)
  reconciling items by investigating discrepancies, partnering with
  cross-functional teams, and facilitating accurate corrections.
• Supports expense management processes
  within AP systems, including the preparation, analysis, and reporting of
  related financial data.
• Prepares, analyzes, and manages reporting
  across AP and related processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
  with FHLB policies and standards.
• Provides backup support for key Accounting
  functions and assists with departmental activities as needed.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities for
  process and technology improvements within Accounting. Develops and presents
  recommendations to management and supports implementation efforts. Ensures End
  User Computing (EUC) applications comply with FHLB governance standards.
• Performs additional duties and participates
  in special projects as assigned by management.

Minimum Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with
  sufficient coursework to be eligible or near eligible for Certified Public
  Accountant (CPA) licensure.
• Minimum of
  one year of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting
  principles and processes, including recording, classifying, and summarizing
  financial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with accounting
  systems, including sub-ledger systems (both automated and manual).
• Proficiency
  in computer applications, including intermediate-level spreadsheet skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the
  ability to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data to produce accurate and
  meaningful reports.
• High level
  of attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet
  tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently
  within established guidelines, identify unusual or complex issues, exercise
  sound professional judgment, and recommend and implement solutions.
• Effective written and verbal
  communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships
  with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates interest in working
  with a variety of backgrounds and perspectives that align with the Bank's core
  value. Promotes an environment of empathy and respect to ensure the inclusion
  of all team members

Working Conditions:

Normal
office environment with flexibility to meet tight deadlines as required.