Finance & Accounting Specialist

Description

At Bankers’ Bank of the West, we’re more than just a financial institution— we’re a trusted partner to community banks across the Great Plains and Western States. As a correspondent and consultative services provider, we support the success of local financial institutions, helping them thrive in their communities. But we know that starts with our people. We’ve built a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference.

Here, you’ll find a collaborative, supportive culture where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career can grow.

• Purpose with Impact – Be part of a mission‑driven organization that supports the health and success of community banks and their communities.
• A Team That Has Your Back – Join a close‑knit, experienced group of professionals who work side‑by‑side and genuinely care about one another’s success.
• Room to Grow – Whether you’re advancing your skills or taking on new challenges, we’re committed to your long‑term personal and professional development.
• Benefits That Go the Distance:
  • Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage
  • 100% 401(k) match up to 5%, plus an additional 2.5% employer contribution
  • Generous paid time off: up to 160 hours of vacation, 48 hours of sick leave, 16 hours of personal time, and up to 11 bank holidays per year
  • Work‑Life Balance That’s Real – We know you do your best work when you’re supported—at work and  benefits and culture are designed to promote long‑term stability and balance.

The Finance & Accounting Specialist supports the accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting for Bankers’ Bank of the West, its holding company, and affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “the Organization”). This position ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), tax, and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate financial records that reflect the Organization’s financial position. The Specialist contributes to the integrity of internal controls, including support for vendor‑related processes and disbursement activities, assists with financial analysis and reporting for management and regulatory bodies, and supports key accounting operations to promote the Organization’s overall fiscal health and transparency.

Title and level may be adjusted based on experience and qualifications.

• Work under general supervision and in compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain and reconcile data integrity between accounting systems, subsidiary ledgers, and reporting platforms; assist with system upgrades, testing, and implementation as needed.
• Assist in documenting and maintaining accounting procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Perform detailed reporting and analysis of information for use by management and the Board of Directors, including preparing and interpreting financial trend analyses, variance reports, and ratio analysis to support management decision‑making and strategic planning.
• Administer the accounts payable and expense reporting, including gathering and reviewing of invoices; act as liaison with vendors and payees for tax information and billing issues; accurately enter payments into the Organization’s accounting systems; prepare, print, and mail checks or send payments following appropriate signatures or approvals; and issue replacement and stop payments.
• Process payroll activities, including preparation and review of employee batches, validation of payroll data, and submission through the payroll system in accordance with established procedures and controls.
• Ensure compliance with the Organization’s expense and capitalization policies, including accurate Concur system processing and timely expense payments.
• Prepare and submit periodic income, sales, use, and personal property tax payments.
• Support third‑party risk management processes by maintaining alignment between accounts payable activity, vendor contract terms and due diligence requirements; assist in identifying upcoming…