Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager supports senior accounting leadership in overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, supervising accounting staff, and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. A significant focus of the position is monitoring and reconciling cash accounts, including the institution’s primary operational account.

This individual will play a key role in complex account reconciliations, regulatory reporting, month-end close, financial analysis, and maintaining strong internal controls within a banking environment.

• Monitor and reconcile cash accounts to ensure proper liquidity and funding.
• Review and approve wire transactions supporting accounting and treasury operations.
• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of due-from-bank and official check accounts; research and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Complete sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliations and resolve variances in a timely manner.
• Oversee accounting and reconciliation of investment and lease portfolios.
• Prepare loan and deposit sub-ledger reconciliations and investigate differences.
• Calculate and record share-based compensation and related monthly accrual adjustments.
• Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entry review and approval.
• Prepare required monthly and quarterly regulatory reports.
• Maintain the general ledger system, including account setup, changes, and closures.
• Supervise and mentor accounting team members, providing guidance and performance support.
• Support audit requests and assist in maintaining effective internal controls, including SOX compliance.
• Contribute to board reporting packages and financial statement preparation.
• Provide backup support for accounts payable functions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations and internal policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA license required.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting or auditing experience.
• Prior experience within a banking or financial services environment required.
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of operational and technical accounting principles.
• Advanced reconciliation and general ledger expertise.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and accounting systems.

This role operates primarily in an on-site office environment, with extended periods of computer-based work. The position may require occasional after-hours or weekend support during high-volume periods or month-end close.