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Staff Accountant

Extraco Banks
  • Waco, TX
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    Extraco Banks is seeking a detail‑oriented, experienced, and highly organized Staff Accountant to manage the full accounting cycle and support accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. This on‑site role, based daily at our Waco, Texas location, works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and finance leadership to ensure the integrity of financial records, maintain accounting processes, and support budgeting and forecasting efforts.

    The ideal candidate is technically strong, detail‑focused, and capable of working independently while contributing to a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

    What You'll Do

    Accounting & Financial Management

    Manage the full accounting cycle for assigned entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

    Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including vendor invoice processing, customer invoicing, and proper expense and inventory coding.

    Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, depreciation, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

    Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank and credit card reconciliations.

    Execute the month‑end close process and prepare audit‑ready financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.

    Budgeting & Forecasting

    Support the preparation of the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts.

    Perform variance analysis between actual results and budget/forecast and communicate insights to leadership.

    Monitor financial trends and identify potential risks and opportunities.

    Reporting & Compliance

    Support the CFO in maintaining the integrity of accounting records and financial reporting for multiple entities.

    Prepare documentation and provide support for external audits.

    Develop and maintain ad hoc financial reports to support business needs.

    Process Improvement & Efficiency

    Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and enhance reporting efficiency.

    Strengthen internal controls and ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data.

    Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within accounting and financial processes.

    Collaboration & Support

    Communicate effectively with senior management, external CPAs, auditors, and other professionals.

    Support special projects and finance‑related initiatives as assigned.

    Adapt to evolving business needs and priorities in a dynamic environment.

    What We're Looking For

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

    CPA preferred, but not required

    5+ years of full‑cycle accounting or comprehensive bookkeeping experience

    Experience with general ledger accounting, AP/AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting

    Experience with budgeting and forecasting processes

    Preferred Experience

    Experience working with multiple entities

    Experience supporting external audits

    Experience in a fast‑paced or complex business environment

    Required Skills & Abilities

    Strong proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software

    Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

    Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statements

    Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills

    High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

    Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Ability to research and resolve accounting issues effectively

    Process improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and accuracy

    High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information

    Commitment to long‑term career growth and organizational success

    Why Extraco?

    Extraco Banks is committed to delivering strong financial performance while investing in our people and communities. You'll join a collaborative finance team where you can take ownership of the accounting function, work closely with leadership, and contribute to meaningful financial outcomes. We value accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement, and provide opportunities for professional growth and impact.

    Work Environment & Physical Requirements

    On‑site, office‑based role at the Waco, Texas location

    Extended periods of sitting or standing

    Frequent use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, copier)

    Occasional local travel for meetings and business functions

    Visual acuity required for reviewing financial reports and data

    Occasional lifting of 10-15 pounds (files or materials)

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Extraco Banks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWaco, TX
    IndustryBanking
    Company Size100 to 499 employees
    Year Founded1902
    Websitehttps://www.extracobanks.com

    About Company

    We value our employees and work to provide a thoughtful career path and individual development plan. We believe Extraco is “Where the best come to learn and grow.” It’s engrained in our culture. It’s how we do business.

    We are also committed to providing world-class products and services and long-term relationships with our customers. We pride ourselves on being the first to market with innovative products and services that are found online, via mobile or in our store.

    We have over 400 Central Texans just like you and me in our family. If you’d like to be a part of our world-class team, apply with us today.

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Policiesunmatched
    • Accounting Softwareunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Ad Hoc Financial Modelingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Balance Sheetunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Bookkeepingunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Business Supportunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Copying Machinesunmatched
    • Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)unmatched
    • Credit Cardsunmatched
    • Depreciationunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Executive Assistant Skills unmatched
    • External Auditunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Income Statementsunmatched
    • Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
    • Journal Entriesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Support Documentationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Variance Analysisunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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