Accountant I

Southside Bank • Tyler, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares monthly and weekly accounting reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Requirements

• Excellent analytical skills, including ability to read, analyze and interpret business periodicals.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with fingers. Works with fingers and perceives attributes of objects and materials.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to visit other offices, conference rooms, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
• Constantly positions self to operate on a computer.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with other people throughout each day. Must be able to exchange accurate information when conversing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration; preferred.
• A minimum of one to two years of accounting and financial work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly board reports.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts, including research and communication with outside departments.
• Accounts and maintains for monthly accruals and pre-paids.
• Records, maintains, and reconciles fixed asset schedules and related depreciation.
• Provides general support to other areas of the Accounting Department as necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive Bank information.
• Maintains a positive and caring atmosphere for customers and employees consistent with Southside Bank’s mission, CORE Values, and Blue Book culture guide.
• Provides enthusiastic, professional, and courteous service to Southside Bank customers and employees.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Understands and agrees to abide by the policies and procedures established at Southside Bank.
• Responsible for complying with audit policies and procedures as they pertain to this position.
• Performs duties in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and related anti-money laundering laws, and in accordance with the Bank’s Information Security Program.
• Must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Comprehends technical procedures, government regulations, and reports, applying the information as needed to rectify negative situations for the financial institution.
• Maintains accounting controls by following procedures and substantiate financial transactions with proper documentation
• Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve the goals of the financial institution.
• Performs additional duties, as assigned or directed.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Insurance Eligibility for Team Members and Dependents Starting on the First Day of Employment
• 401(k) with a Match
• Basic, Voluntary, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Bank Holidays
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level