Staff Accountant - Corporate

Staff Accountant - Corporate

General Summary:

Performsa 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 automatedaccounting systems, spreadsheets, and other computer applications to executeresponsibilities efficiently. Also supports special projects within theAccounting function as needed to assist management.

Principal Duties andResponsibilities:

• Maintains accounts payable (AP) systems,including vendor master data and approval authorization structures. Partnerswith Purchasing and other departments to manage invoice workflows, vendorupdates, user access changes, and related activities.
• Ensures timely and accurate invoiceprocessing, including PO matching, American Express payments, travel andexpense reimbursements, Director fees, and miscellaneous disbursements. Reviewsinvoices for policy compliance and collaborates with stakeholders to resolvediscrepancies. Processes cash disbursements via check, ACH, and EFT, andmanages all cash receipt and deposit activities.
• Researches and resolves general ledger (GL)reconciling items by investigating discrepancies, partnering withcross-functional teams, and facilitating accurate corrections.
• Supports expense management processeswithin AP systems, including the preparation, analysis, and reporting ofrelated financial data.
• Prepares, analyzes, and manages reportingacross AP and related processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliancewith FHLB policies and standards.
• Provides backup support for key Accountingfunctions and assists with departmental activities as needed.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities forprocess and technology improvements within Accounting. Develops and presentsrecommendations to management and supports implementation efforts. Ensures EndUser Computing (EUC) applications comply with FHLB governance standards.
• Performs additional duties and participatesin special projects as assigned by management.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting withsufficient coursework to be eligible or near eligible for Certified PublicAccountant (CPA) licensure.
• Minimum ofone year of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accountingprinciples and processes, including recording, classifying, and summarizingfinancial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with accountingsystems, including sub-ledger systems (both automated and manual).
• Proficiencyin computer applications, including intermediate-level spreadsheet skills.
• Strong analytical skills with theability to gather, interpret, compile, and analyze data to produce accurate andmeaningful reports.
• High levelof attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet
  tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independentlywithin established guidelines, identify unusual or complex issues, exercisesound professional judgment, and recommend and implement solutions.
• Effective written and verbalcommunication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationshipswith internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates interest in workingwith a variety of backgrounds and perspectives that align with the Bank's corevalue. Promotes an environment of empathy and respect to ensure the inclusionof all team members