Staff Accountant II

Herring Bank

Amarillo, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Employee Orientation, Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Accounting, Health Insurance, Journal Entries, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Amarillo, TX
POSTED
22 days ago

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance

Staff Accountant II

Location: Amarillo, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

Herring Bank is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant II to join our accounting team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who has progressed beyond entry-level responsibilities and is ready to take ownership of reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities, and financial analysis.

The Staff Accountant II will work closely with the Accounting Manager and Controller to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Bank''s financial records while supporting key accounting, reporting, and audit functions.

What You''ll Do

  • Prepare and post journal entries.
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly account reconciliations.
  • Manage assigned general ledger accounts and investigate variances.
  • Participate in month-end and quarter-end close processes.
  • Assist with financial reporting and audit preparation.
  • Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
  • Support vendor payment and wire transfer processes.
  • Collaborate with departments across the Bank to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.

What We''re Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • 2-5 years of accounting experience.
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Why Herring Bank

At Herring Bank, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing community bank.

If you''re ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we''d love to hear from you.

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This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other and/or different tasks be performed as assigned.

About the Company

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Herring Bank

The bank provides a full range of commercial and consumer banking products, as well as investment and trust services. While the bank is primarily owned by the family of its founder, Col. C.T. Herring, the bank has directors and owners in communities that it serves. Through local leadership and ownership, Herring Bank has created a legacy of helping customers with their financial needs for some 110 years.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Banking
FOUNDED
1899
WEBSITE
https://www.herringbank.com/