Accounting Systems Administrator

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers.

At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The Accounting Systems Administrator manages, maintains, and enhances the Bank’s accounting systems and related internal controls, with primary responsibility for the Black Line platform and FIS General Ledger. This role oversees system administration, configuration, process automation, data integrity, and control compliance to support accurate and efficient accounting operations. The position leads efforts to automate account reconciliations, streamline financial close activities, and improve workflows within Black Line while ensuring effective integration between new systems, data sources, and the FIS General Ledger.

In partnership with Accounting, IT, Data, and business stakeholders, the role supports system enhancements, promotes best practices, strengthens internal controls, and drives continuous improvement in accounting processes and operational efficiency. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

• Analyze current Black Line workflows and configurations to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Design and implement process enhancements across modules such as Account Reconciliations, Transaction Matching, Journal Entries, and Task Management.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to align Black Line functionality with evolving business needs.
• Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual tasks and accelerate close timelines.
• Develop and maintain optimization roadmaps and performance metrics.
• Partner with IT and ERP teams to ensure seamless data integration and system interoperability.
• Provide expert-level support to Black Line users, resolving issues and offering guidance on best practices.
• Create and deliver training materials to improve user adoption and system utilization.
• Monitor usage trends and proactively address adoption challenges.
• Ensure optimized processes adhere to internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Support documentation and reporting for compliance and audit readiness.

• Hands-on experience with Black Line configuration and deployment.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, financial controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in SQL, data mapping, and integration tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal audit frameworks.
• Advanced Excel and data visualization skills.

• 3+ years of experience in financial systems implementation, preferably within the banking sector required.
• Academic Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or…