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 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, 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 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 withcross-functional teams, and facilitating accurate corrections.
• Supports expense management processes within AP systems, including the preparation, analysis, and reporting ofrelated 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 Accountingfunctions and assists with departmental activities as needed.
• Identifies and evaluates opportunities for process and technology improvements within Accounting. Develops and presentsrecommendations 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 withsufficient coursework to be eligible or near eligible for Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure.
• Minimum ofone year of accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and processes, including recording, classifying, and summarizingfinancial 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 levelof 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, exercisesound 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 corevalue. Promotes an environment of empathy and respect to ensure the inclusion of all team members

Working Conditions:

Normaloffice environment with flexibility to meet tight deadlines as required.