Senior Financial Reporting Analyst - Iselin, NJ

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How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and New York. Our longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do.

At Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees’ experience.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst assists in the preparation, analysis, and compilation of the Company’s internal and external financial reporting provided to Executive Management, the Board of Directors, regulators, and external stakeholders. This position supports the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, public filings, and regulatory reports in compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC requirements, and applicable banking regulations. The role also assists with financial analysis, disclosures, internal controls, audits, and regulatory examinations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SEC Filings and Financial Reporting

• Prepare financial data, supporting schedules, and disclosures for SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, footnotes, exhibits, and MD&A.

Regulatory Reporting

• Prepare supporting schedules and inputs for regulatory reports, including Call Reports (FFIEC 041), FR Y-9C, FR Y-9LP, NJ GUDPA, and other required regulatory filings.

Cross-Functional Reporting Support

• Partner with Accounting, Treasury, Credit, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, and other business units to gather, validate, and analyze information required for financial and regulatory reporting.
• Perform variance analyses and research significant fluctuations in financial results, balance sheet accounts, key performance metrics, and regulatory reporting schedules.

Audit, Controls, and Process Improvement

• Support external audits, regulatory examinations, and internal control initiatives by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and identifying opportunities to enhance reporting processes and controls.

SKILLS AND TRAINING

REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data
• Advanced knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, including advanced formulas and pivot tables
• Experience with systems such as Workiva, Axiom, Fed Reporter, or similar reporting applications preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, or Audit; banking or financial services industry experience preferred
• Experience working for a public company with exposure to SEC reporting and related financial statement disclosures
• Experience preparing and analyzing regulatory filings and financial reports, with knowledge of banking regulatory reporting requirements preferred

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES:

• CPA preferred but not required

Why Join Provident Bank?

At Provident Bank, you’ll support accurate, timely, and compliant financial and regulatory reporting for a growing and highly respected financial institution. This role offers the opportunity to partner across Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, and other business units while contributing to financial statements, public filings, regulatory reports, audits, controls, and process improvements.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Prolonged sitting
• Lifting from 5 to 10 lbs (printer paper, storage boxes)
• Occasional bending or overhead…