Sr. Staff Accountant -Little Rock, Springfield, Dallas, or Tulsa

Southern Bancorp is more than a bank. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a special certification designated for institutions that serve predominantly underserved communities, Southern Bancorp combines traditional banking and lending services with financial development tools and public policy advocacy to help families and communities grow stronger. Inspired by the principle that building net worth drives economic opportunity, our mission is to be wealth builders for everyone in the communities we serve, with a focus on low-wealth and un(der) banked populations, as well as an emphasis on Black and Brown individuals.

This role is open to candidates in Little Rock, AR, Dallas, TX, Tulsa, OK, or Springfield, MO.

The Senior Staff Accountant performs advanced general ledger reconciliation and maintenance procedures relating to the financial operations and activities of assigned companies. This role reviews work prepared by Staff Accountants I and II, investigates and resolves complex accounting issues, and provides analytical support to the Accounting Manager. This role also assists in the preparation of financial statements and reports and contributes to the documentation and supervision of internal controls.

• Performs advanced general ledger reconciliations and resolves outages and discrepancies
• Prepares and reviews journal entries, schedules, and supporting documentation with minimal supervision
• Reviews work completed by Staff Accountant I and II for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies and GAAP
• Investigates variances, unusual transactions, and accounting issues; identifies root causes and recommends corrective actions
• Assists in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, annual, and regulatory financial reports
• Supports the Accounting Manager with research, analysis, and issue resolution
• Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes and plays a key role in implementing enhancements
• Ensures compliance with policies, GAAP, and regulatory accounting principles
• Develops and maintains appropriate business relationships with internal and external customers
• Responds to inquiries from management, auditors, and other authorities regarding accounting issues, financial data, and internal controls
• Assists with audits, special projects, and other assignments as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting is required
• Minimum of five to seven years’ work experience in accounting related roles, preferably in a banking environment
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and bank regulatory accounting principles
• Excellent computer skills with advanced working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and technical accounting proficiency
• Strong attention to detail and ability to problem-solve independently
• Ability to collaborate effectively within the team and across the organization
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Must possess and maintain current and valid driver's license and vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage
• Management or supervisory experience is preferred

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

• 401(k)/Roth plan with immediate eligibility and employer match up to 6%
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Discounted rate on primary home mortgage
• Credit and housing counseling as well as free financial education tools available to customers and employees

• Two medical plans available – low-deductible PPO plan or HDHP with Health Savings Account
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement plan with generous company match and employee stock purchase option
• Voluntary life insurance options for employee, spouse, and children

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Opportunity for merit raises
• Employee…